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If your home or business flooded, be sure to report your damage online at damage.ok.gov. #okwx #ReportDamages
Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM)
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Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM)
@okem
We prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate disasters and emergencies, all while encouraging and equipping you to be #ReadyOK!
- OEM is in Ottawa Co. today viewing flood damage heavy rains that started over the weekend. Ottawa Co. had 3"-7" of rain in three days, which caused flood damage to roads and bridges. #TurnAroundDontDrown
- Replying to @okemFlood warnings are also in effect for multiple locations, including Ottawa, Adair, Delaware, Cherokee, and Cotton counties.
- Replying to @okemMeanwhile, hot temperatures and high humidity values will bring a heat index of over 100 degrees this afternoon. 🚰 Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. 🌳 Take frequent breaks indoors or in the shade. #TurnAroundDontDrown #ReadyOK #okwx
- ⚠️ Dangerous flooding & heat are affecting Oklahoma today, June 8. A flood risk caused by the weekend's heavy rains will continue through Wed. for areas around the Illinois River in Cherokee, Adair & Delaware counties and Flint Creek in Cherokee & Delaware counties.
- #WPC_MD 0349 affecting Red River into ArkLaTex, #arwx #txwx #okwx, wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/metwatch/metwa…
- Replying to @okem⚠️ Never drive on flooded roads or around barricades ⚠️ 6 in. of water is enough to cause you to lose control of your vehicle ⚠️ Don't walk, swim, or play in flood water ‼️ Report damages to homes or businesses online at
- Flash flooding will be possible again today, primarily in eastern OK, as heavy rains continue to move through the state. A flood watch remains in effect through this evening. Stay #WeatherAware and out of flood waters! 🌊 🚧 🚗 ↪️ #TurnAroundDontDrown #okwx
- Weekend rain 🌧️ could bring isolated flash flooding in parts of Oklahoma. If you come across a flooded roadway, don't risk it. Water depth and road damage aren't always visible. #TurnAroundDontDrown
- Agency Update! 📢 OEM has updated our Area Coordinator boundaries to create more balanced areas of responsibility and make sure emergency managers across the state receive consistent, effective support. Read more: loom.ly/Geuid0k #OneTeam
- Replying to @okemThink about: 🐾 Where your pets will go during severe weather 🐾 How you’ll transport them quickly if you need to evacuate 🐾 What supplies your pets will need for several days Also keep copies of vaccination records, microchip #, feeding info, and a recent pic of your pet.
- June is Pet Preparedness Month! 🐶🐈 When severe weather strikes, your pets depend on you to keep them safe. Start building your pet’s emergency plan today. Start with the basics: a leash, carrier, food, water, meds, & backup caregiver who knows your pet’s routine. #PetSafety
- It's almost June and temperatures are rising! Stay cool and stay safe in the heat. 🚰 Drink plenty of water 🏫 Find air-conditioned places to cool off 🚗 NEVER leave kids or pets in a closed, parked vehicle 🤝 Check on those at risk for heat related illness #HeatSafety #ReadyOK
