Will Polk Legal Counsel NCEM

Chief counsel to @NCEmergency Management at @NCPublicSafety. Chair Legal Counsel Committee @NEMA_web. Tweets/RT are my own and not speaking for the agency.

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

🎙️It's hurricane season 🍥 and yesterday, NCEM Meteorologist Claire Doyle sat down on the latest episode of NCEM Masters of Disaster to talk about new tropical weather forecasting products and this season's outlook.

👍Check it out! https://t.co/hSR5WFRpjL

#ReadyNC

[NEMA @NEMA_web]

Stronger training frameworks lead to stronger emergency response. Join experts from Vector Solutions for a discussion on compliance, credentialing, scenario-based learning, and measurable readiness outcomes. https://t.co/gwbaHpidoR

[National Hurricane Center @NHC_Atlantic]

Jun 16 10AM CDT: Key Messages for Potential Tropical Cyclone One. For the latest information visit https://t.co/tW4KeGdBFb

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

The latest Drought Update (as of June 2) shows Extreme Drought continuing across much of the northern half of central NC. Areas from Greensboro to Raleigh missed recent rainfall and remain at high risk of worsening conditions, with very little rain in the 7-day forecast. 🍂💧

[NC Air Quality Forecast @NCDAQ_Forecast]

ALERT (6/5/26 – 10:33 AM): A CODE ORANGE Air Quality Action Day for OZONE has been issued for several counties in the Triangle and Fayetteville areas, in effect now through 8 PM Friday.

Forecast and KML files: https://t.co/1dER4jqBzq

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

👋Hey @NVEmergencyMgmt- not sure if you know out in the 🌵desert, but it's hurricane season! 🍥GO CANES!

🤔Real talk- it's actually hurricane season (6/1 start). Are you ready? Go to https://t.co/mwmrrVEpUr to prep! Listen to Coach Brind'Amour.

#ReadyNC #RockYouLikeAHurricane

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

Today, NCEM leadership participated in the 2026 FEMA Hurricane Season Preparedness VTC. At this meeting, NC reported to FEMA that the State Emergency Response Team is ready for hurricane season.

🫵Now is the time for you to prepare also. Visit https://t.co/mwmrrVEpUr for info!

[Global Crisis Management Report @globalcmrpt]

Trump Expected to Nominate Cameron Hamilton to Lead FEMA Again https://t.co/cCp0j6RPoU @fogy_da @pfrostamis @SKuhrEM @ca_whs

Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act of 2006 https://t.co/yEW9Xbo5f1 @JBEOC @kellymnyc @PolkEMLegal @Neptanow @EMCESA

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

The NC SERT, in partnership with the @NCBroadcasters, held a Broadcast Infrastructure Summit today at your SEOC in Raleigh. NCEM collaborates with broadcast entities across NC, providing the public with timely information during an emergency situation. #ReadyNC

[NEMA @NEMA_web]

NEMA is pleased to present the 2026 Biennial Report — a unique look at how state emergency management agencies tackle today’s challenges and rapidly build stronger capabilities for tomorrow. Get your copy today at https://t.co/7TtYF81gmD.

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

⚠️Severe Weather Update⚠️
A Marginal Risk (Level 1/5) will be in effect for Central #NCwx tomorrow, April 29.
⛈️ Threats: Damaging winds, hail, & an isolated tornado.
⏰ Timing: ~4PM–10PM.
📍 Impacts: Morning rain tapers off, but stronger storms expected in the afternoon/eve.

[Global Crisis Management Report @globalcmrpt]

Emergency planners around the country are about to lose access to a critical hurricane evacuation planning tool https://t.co/svdZAFumUp @Neptanow @VEMAtweet @disasterstrat @npdcoalition @thartman2u @KevinGuthrieFL @flsert @PolkEMLegal @chiefkidd @JohnHonore @ametsoc @nwas

[NEMA @NEMA_web]

The FEMA Review Council will meet on Thursday, May 7 from 11 am - 12:30 pm. The meeting will be open virtually to members of the public.
https://t.co/I1YPKlZNZO.

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

❓Did you know that NCEM has 61 state recognized wilderness search and rescue teams that are ready to respond to help local first responders find missing people? We are thankful for training just like what happened in Durham Co last night!

Story link:
https://t.co/VsjB53wF3E

[National Hurricane Center @NHC_Atlantic]

Ever wonder how the National Hurricane Center makes and communicates hurricane forecasts?

Starting Sunday, April 26 through Saturday, May 2, we’ll share a daily video taking you behind the scenes of the forecast process—from the science behind the forecast to how we communicate risk.

Follow along here all week, and watch the full videos on our YouTube channel: https://t.co/uTacSwEpVe

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

It’s Fun Fact Friday! The NC State Fossil is the fossilized teeth of Megalodon sharks. We don’t have to worry about these massive sharks, but we still have to watch out for smaller ones. Swim near lifeguards and avoid murky water and areas with fishing or drop-offs. #ReadyNC

[NEMA DC @NEMA_DC]

FEMA’s Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Administrator, Karen Evans, will testify before the House Appropriations Committee at 2:00PM (ET), as the committee considers the White House’s FY27 budget request for DHS. https://t.co/NvtkBDkDJ2

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

🥶🌿 Patchy frost is possible late tonight and early Wednesday morning as temperatures dip into the mid-30s. Be sure to cover any sensitive plants or bring them inside tonight to protect them from the cold! #NCwx

[NC Emergency Management @NCEmergency]

🚫🔥Statewide Burn Ban in Effect at 6pm Today!

🚒Do not burn outdoors anywhere in North Carolina as conditions will allow for rapid fire growth and spread.

#ReadyNC

[NWS Raleigh @NWSRaleigh]

There is an increased fire danger statement in effect for all of central NC Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm due to very dry conditions and gusty winds up to 25 mph. Outdoor burning is discouraged. #NCwx