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Press Releases

HSEM has been working to make Iowa more prepared for disasters since it began as the State Civil Defense Agency in 1965. Subscribe to receive press releases and find out how HSEM maximizes resources to ensure Iowans are prepared for all disasters or emergencies.

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Media

Members of the media may contact the HSEM public information officers at 515.725.3231. After regular business hours (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, weekdays), this phone number will be answered by the Iowa Department of Public Safety Dispatch Center. Inquiries may also be emailed to HSEM, any time, however, this email is not monitored 24/7.

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Newsletters

HSEM publishes a newsletter for those involved in the homeland security and emergency management system in Iowa. Newsletters are sent out via email.

For archived issues of the newsletter, go to Iowa Publications Online and choose “Iowa Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management” under the “Jump to a Department” search.

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Annual Reports

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