Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs

Welcome to the official Twitter of the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (#DEMA, #AZNG). (following, likes, RTs do not equal endorsement)

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

🚨 The Tech Hazards Branch helps Arizona stay
prepared for complex emergencies involving radiation,
nuclear threats, and energy disruptions.
#emergencypreparedness #radiationsafety
#techhazards ☢️

[AZ Department of Health @AZDHS]

⛈️ Monsoon season is officially here, Arizona!

Make sure you're ready before the next storm rolls in, with tips from our latest online article: https://t.co/upsQz9cMt4

#MonsoonAwarenessWeek ⚡

[NWS Phoenix @NWSPhoenix]

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! 🌩️Lightning can be deadly during the monsoon. No place outside is safe when a storm is near. Hear thunder? Get inside immediately. Wait 30 mins after the last rumble to go back out. 🏠#Monsoon2k26 #LightningSafety

[NWS Phoenix @NWSPhoenix]

Turn Around, Don't Drown! 🌊6 inches of water can knock you down. 12 inches can sweep away a small car. Flash floods strike fast, especially near burn scars. Never drive through flooded roads! 🚫🚗 #Monsoon2k26 #FloodSafety

[NWS Phoenix @NWSPhoenix]

¡Llegó la Semana de Concientización Sobre el Monzón! ⛈️ Además de lluvia, el monzón trae tormentas de polvo, relámpagos e inundaciones. Esta semana le ayudaremos a prepararse. Respete la tormenta: Preparados. Listo. Monzón.

Mapa narrativo: https://t.co/J4bUJXRhlf

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Disaster recovery is a team effort. VOAD members provide vital support like feeding, sheltering, and cleanup during crises. Our (VAL) keeps these partnerships strong so we can deploy the right volunteer resources fast. 🛠️📦
#ArizonaVOAD #Volunteers #AZPrepared

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Recovery Branch is there to help families, individuals, and businesses rebuild after a disaster. From Mass Care to our "Recovery Road Show" briefings, we ensure communities have the tools to bounce back stronger. 🛡️🏠
#Recovery #DisasterRecovery #CommunitySupport #PublicSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

DEMA joined the Civil Air Patrol Az Wing @ Deer Valley Airport for an evaluated emergency exercise. We collaborated on incident mgmt and discussed how CAP real-time live imagery technology can support SEOC operations
#EmergencyPrep #CivilAirPatrol #DEMA #AZSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

When cell networks go down, amateur radio steps up. 📡 The State EOC is equipped with voice and data ham radios, and our entire comms team is licensed to operate them📻
#HamRadio #EmergencyComms #PublicSafety #RadioSTAT

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

When a disaster strikes, timing is everything. ⏱️⚠️
DEMA utilizes IPAWS to connect local alert systems with national infrastructure, delivering life-saving info across multiple pathways. We coordinate to ensure critical warnings always reach your screen and radio.
#AZDEMA #IPAWS

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

In an emergency, communication is mission-critical. 📞📡
The Communications Section manages the voice and data systems that power the SEOC, its mobile units, and alternate sites.
#AZDEMA #EmergencyComms #SEOC #PublicSafety #Resilience #AlwaysConnected

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Arizona’s safety is a team effort. Through AZMAC, our tribal nations, cities, and fire districts can seamlessly share resources during a crisis. 🚒🤝

Is your jurisdiction signed up? Let’s work together to keep Arizona safe. 🛡️

#AZMAC #PublicSafety #OneArizona #EmManagement

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Safety has no borders. Through EMAC, Arizona can share vital resources and personnel with other states during declared emergencies. This national compact ensures liability protection and honors professional credentials across state lines. 🚛🛡️

#EMAC #EmManagement #AZPrepared

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

The Logistics Branch is the engine behind our daily operations. From high-quality comms support to coordinating equipment and personnel during emergencies, they ensure the right resources are in the right place at the right time. ⚙️🚛
#Logistics #EmResponse #PublicSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

How does a state coordinate everything from search & rescue to power restoration? Through Emergency Support Functions (ESFs)! 🏗️🌐
Grouping agencies by their expertise, we ensure a unified, cross-cutting response to any disaster. #AZDEMA #ESF #EmergencyManagement #PublicSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

With 600+ Search and Rescue (SAR) missions in AZ each year, coordination is a lifesaver. 🚁⛰️
From remote terrain to missing aircraft, the State SAR Coordinator provides 24/7 support to our 15 County Sheriffs.
#AZDEMA #SearchAndRescue #SAR #ArizonaSafety #PublicSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Last week, federal, state, local, and Sonora Protección Civil partners met to coordinate safety for upcoming international matches and fan events. We focused on cross-border communication and response capacity to keep Az and our neighbors safe. 🛡️#InternationalEvents #AzSafety

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Last month, statewide leaders gathered for a cabinet-level tabletop exercise hosted by DEMA and @AZStateForestry. This session focused on unified preparedness and response strategies for the upcoming wildfire and monsoon seasons. Arizona is ready. 🤝
#AZPrepared

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

Wherever you are in the Grand Canyon State, DEMA is there. 🗺️🌵

Field Operations serve as the vital link between state, county, and tribal emergency management. Stationed in Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Tucson, they ensure seamless coordination for a safer Arizona.

#AZDEMA

[Arizona Dept of Emergency and Military Affairs @DEMAArizona]

When local resources reach their limit, the DEMA Response Branch steps in. 🛡️🤝

We coordinate state-wide resources to support counties and tribes. From staffing Emergency Support Functions to allocating state assets, we're the coordination point for a unified Arizona response.