The Dept. of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding the current heightened threat environment across the U.S.

Gov. Reynolds signed a new Public Health Disaster proclamation that extends some regulatory relief for an additional 30 days.  

Apply for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after 1/20/20 by calling 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585.

On the 20th anniversary of the attacks, four members of the HSEMD staff, now and then, speak about how the tragic day shaped them & how it has affected them both personally & professionally.

Gov. Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for 11 counties in response to recent severe weather. 

On August 13, 2021, the Secretary of Homeland Security issued a new NTAS Bulletin regarding the heightened threat environment across the U.S.  

Iowa’s emergency notification system is receiving an upgrade that will increase its capabilities to provide emergency and public safety information to citizens.

Gov. Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Pocahontas and Worth counties in response to recent severe weather. 

Gov. Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Kossuth and Mitchell counties in response to recent severe weather. 

Mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks in 2022, so many older cell phones will be unable to make or receive calls & texts, including calls to 911.