Katherine Rodriguez

Senior Public Relations Specialist // UNT '23

[KMOV @KMOV]

The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance is reporting that insurers have paid out $2.9 billion in storm damage claims from across the state for 2025. https://t.co/Us3PrULVAe

[Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance @MissouriDCI]

One year after the devastating 2025 storms, including the May 16 St. Louis tornado, DCI remains committed to helping Missourians navigate insurance claims and ensuring they receive the full benefit of the coverage they have purchased. Read more: https://t.co/PXWItWnxI8

[Katherine Rodriguez @KatherineRodPR]

@Meghan_Drakas So happy for you, Meghan!

[Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance @MissouriDCI]

Did you know that flooding isn't covered under most homeowners insurance policies? It must be purchased separately, and most flood policies require a 30-day waiting period before they go into effect.

Questions? Call us at 800-726-7390.

[mac. @nmacheaux]

i am begging everyone to put the AI-generated flyers down. politicians, greeks, colleges, everyone. stop.

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

🔊 Know the sound & what it means - these sirens are specifically designed to alert people who are outdoors so they can find a safe building & shelter immediately. You may not always hear them if you are indoors... just another reason to have multiple ways of receiving severe weather alerts! #FIFAPrepFriday

[BooneCountyOEM @BooneCountyOEM]

🌧️ Boone County is under a Flood Watch until 9 PM tonight.

Heavy rain from thunderstorms may lead to flash flooding, especially in low-lying and flood-prone areas.

🚗 Never drive through flooded roads.
📲 Monitor forecasts and be ready to act if warnings are issued.

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

‼️ During a tornado, seeking refuge in a vehicle or under an overpass is NOT safe. If you are outside during a tornado warning, the best option is to drive to a designated shelter, basement or safe room.

[Missouri Department of Commerce & Insurance @MissouriDCI]

Storm damage? Let DCI be your first call. Our team can answer questions, explain your insurance coverage and assist with the claims process. Call us at 800-726-7390 for help or visit https://t.co/taSfYsh8D9.

More severe weather insurance tips ➡️ https://t.co/QXsNFlU0jC.

[Beth Finello @BethFinelloWx]

The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance is available to help people affected by severe storms that moved through the state last week.

https://t.co/HG762jr06r

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

🚒🔥 Welcome to our newest recruit class! Over the next 18 weeks, they'll train hard to serve our community. Stay tuned for updates from the academy!

[Katherine Rodriguez @KatherineRodPR]

@KimKellerPR You deserve it!!

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

This morning at 6:28 a.m., CFD responded to a residential structure fire on Glen Eagle Dr. Firefighters forced entry into the house and quickly controlled the fire. The homeowners were not present at the time of the incident, and there were no civilian injuries.

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

Our annual Fire Prevention Week Kickoff Party is less than one week away! 🎉 Join us this Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the MU Health Care Pavilion (1701 W Ash St.) for food, family friendly games, safety tips and a live fire extinguisher demonstration. 🚒

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

Our firefighters have been hard at work training for structure fires. Some skills they worked on were fire attacks, stretching preconnected hand lines, carrying ladders for egress as well as venting, entering, and searching second floors. 🚒🔥

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

The Columbia Fire Department recently conducted vehicle extrication training to enhance our emergency response capabilities. This hands-on practice is essential for ensuring the safety of our community. 🔧🚒

Thank you to Advantage Metals Recycling for the vehicle donations!

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

Earlier this week, Station 9 had the pleasure of conducting a ride along with Hannah, a 911 dispatch worker who wanted to see a day in the life of a firefighter. Interested in a ride along? Check out our website at https://t.co/Iu1au6ViAH for more information. 🚒

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

Our current recruit class has been training hard the last few weeks preparing to serve Columbia. 🚒

If you're interested in learning more, check out our website at https://t.co/rVhA28CwIV!

[Beth Finello @BethFinelloWx]

HEAT ADVISORY ISSUED --

🥵Heat advisory issued for Monday & Tuesday, feel-like temps will be in the 100s.

🥤Stay hydrated during the afternoon!

🆒Stay inside & out of the sun if you can.

🐕Don't forget about your pets! Give them plenty of water and shade as well.

@KOMUnews

[Columbia_Fire @Columbia_Fire]

We would like to recognize Wayne Cummins, one of our dedicated members, for his recent promotion to Fire Captain. He has been at CFD for almost eight years. 🔥

Congratulations, Captain Cummins, and thank you for your service to our community! 🚒