Delaware Co. Emergency Management

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[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

Monday begins the @DelCoEMA Fans For Friends fan drive to help Delaware County residents in need beat the heat this summer. Extreme heat is the #1 cause of weather-related deaths in the US each year. Drop off a new box fan at any of the locations below to help a neighbor in need.

[EMAO 🇺🇸 @EMAOHIO]

Call for presenters! Fall Conference: September 29 and Winter Conference: December 3–4. Submit by June 1, 2026
Presenters will be notified by July 1, 2026
***This is a learning environment, not a sales pitch. Promotional content isn’t allowed.

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[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

REMINDER - today is the Statewide Tornado Drill. The outdoor warning sirens will activate in Delaware County at 9:50 for approx. 1 minute as part of the drill. Have you identified the safe spot in your home if this were a real emergency?

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

Delaware County will participate in the Statewide Tornado Drill tomorrow, 3/18/26 at 9:50 AM. At that time, the county's outdoor warning sirens will activate for approximately 1 minute. If severe weather is in the area, the test will be cancelled.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will again be open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 3/17/26. For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will again be open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 3/16/26. For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

Please stay weather aware today and have multiple methods to receive warnings & notifications. Follow @NWSILN and your local weather stations for further updates.

[NWS Wilmington OH @NWSILN]

The Tornado Watch has been expanded to all of our forecast area until 12 PM.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

Good morning, Delaware County - please be cautious on your morning commute. Follow @NWSILN for further weather updates.

[NWS Wilmington OH @NWSILN]

[6:45 AM] We're getting many reports of black ice out on roadways likely from snowmelt and then overnight refreeze. Use extra caution this morning if you're driving and leave extra stopping distance.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware 1/26 through 1/31/2026.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware 1/22 through 1/26/2026.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

The @DelCoEMA office will be closed on Monday, 19 JAN 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King, JR Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, 20 JAN 2026.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will reopen at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 1/15/26.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will again be open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 1/14/26. For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will again be open at Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 1/2/26. For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will be open at the Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 1/1/26.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

While not in time for a white Christmas, it appears we will have snow to ring in the new year. Exercise caution if you are out this evening, as the frigid temps can quickly cause roads to become slick. Visibility may also be affected. Please allow plow crews plenty of space.

[NWS Wilmington OH @NWSILN]

[11:45 AM] More snow will move into the area tonight. A brief period of heavier snow will bring reduced visibilities and quick accumulations, so be prepared for poor travel conditions tonight and very early Thursday morning.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will be open at the Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 12/31/25.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

A Place of Warmth will be open at the Zion Church, 51 W. Central AVE, in Delaware tonight, 12/29/25.

For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.

[Delaware Co. Emergency Management @DelCoEMA]

As we conclude our Staff Spotlight for National Emergency Management Awareness Month, we would be remiss if we did not recognize the solid contributions of our Administrative Volunteer, Jarren Ringle. Check out how he has been a vital asset to the office and our residents!

[Delaware County SO @DelCoSheriff]

UPDATE (Aug. 14th, 3:30 PM): Traffic is now open, and power has been restored to the traffic lights. Thanks!