Jessica Sexton

💭 Professional Overthinker
🇺🇲 Emergency Management
📒 Keep learning

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

It's great to welcome emergency managers and responders from across Missouri to our first in-person State Emergency Management Conference since 2019. Our local partners are the key to Missouri's ability to quickly respond to emergencies and support our fellow citizens #WeServeMO

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

‼️ Dangerous heat wave hitting MO! ‼️

Excessive heat will take hold today & last into next week with indexes above 105-110 over several days. The longevity of this heat is a concern. Please take precautions & limit outdoor exposure as much as possible. Stay safe & stay cool!

[Red Cross of Missouri @RedCrossMO]

American Red Cross is assessing damage to homes following flooding in Bollinger & Scott counties Monday. Anyone whose home sustained significant damage, come to the Marble Hill Baptist Church, at 502 Broadway St., Marble Hill Aug.16 & Aug 17, 9 a- 4 p for Red Cross assistance.

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

Severe ⛈️ & heavy rain likely across southwest & south central MO tonight with amounts of 5+ inches possible locally. Flash flooding & all severe weather modes possible!

▶️ Have a sheltering plan in place
▶️ Know how you’ll receive #MoWx alerts
▶️ Turn around, don’t drown!

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

Interested in human services? SEMA is also looking for a Part-Time Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Specialist to serve as a member of SEMA's Emergency Human Services Division focused on building the capacity of local MRC units across MO. Apply @MO__Careers ⬇️
https://t.co/GghbHKF9ti

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

Please share! 📢📢 There will be a Multi-Agency Resource Center on Wednesday, August 9 to provide disaster assistance & resources for those impacted by this weekend's tornado in Knox County. If you’ve been affected & need help, please stop by! ⬇️

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

NEXT WEEK! Join us in Jefferson City for the 3rd Annual Disaster Resiliency Summit. Hear from @MoPublicSafety Director Sandy Karsten, @femaregion7 Administrator Andrea Spillars & many others on disaster recovery in MO.

Info and registration ⬇️
https://t.co/BkPbcufJE0

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

Yesterday, the MARC in Bollinger County served 269 individuals from 86 families. It will be open again today from 🔟am - 7️⃣pm. If you’ve been impacted & still need assistance, come by and see us. We’re here to help!

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

⚠️ UPDATE ⚠️ Severe thunderstorms WILL occur across the eastern portion the state with a HIGH RISK for severe weather now existing in far NE MO. This is a fast moving system with several waves expected through 9pm. Large hail, damaging wind & tornadoes EF2+ are all possible.

[MO Public Safety @MoPublicSafety]

There is high confidence that Missouri will be impacted by severe weather.
Much of the state is now under a Tornado Watch.
Pay close attention to your local forecast.
Always know where you will take shelter.
Adjust your plans to avoid travel during times of high risk.
#MoWx

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

With increasing potential for severe storms ⛈️ across Missouri on Friday, now is the time to prepare. Remember that severe weather can escalate quickly, so make sure you know where you would shelter ahead of time & have multiple ways of receiving #MoWx alerts 📢 📺📲 📻

[Jessica Sexton @sextonjn]

I spy me with the BIG COFFEE.
Great class! Glad for another opportunity to instruct #PIO basics.

[Melissa Evans @Melissa_Evans91]

It is Day TWO of teaching with @sextonjn of the L105 Public Information Basics #PIO being offered by @MoSEMA_ and @FEMA_EMI! We are excited to focus on interviewing skills, media panels, and crisis communication!

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

🗓️ SAVE THE DATE! The Missouri Emergency Management Conference is BACK & in person for 2023! Join us August 22 - 25 as emergency management & public safety professionals gather to better prepare for future disasters. Early bird rate ends April 15!
https://t.co/pzKvvPahRN

[Jessica Sexton @sextonjn]

Come work with me!
I hear the boss is a good egg...

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

We’re hiring! SEMA is looking for a qualified professional to fill an Advanced Emergency Management Officer position within our Preparedness Section. Learn more about the role and responsibilities @MO__Careers. Apply by March 3!

🔗 https://t.co/71TBM1SCql

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

Join us March 16 for the 5th Annual Earthquake Summit! This year’s event will feature welcoming remarks from @LtGovMikeKehoe as well as sessions led by experts from across the region focused on the latest about earthquakes in the Midwest. #MOQUAKE2023 https://t.co/IBsReEBnDq

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

🔷Significant snowfall - UP TO 9 INCHES IS SOME AREAS - is in the forecast for most of Missouri starting Tuesday evening.
🔷Plan ahead and follow your local forecast and road conditions.
🔷Avoid unnecessary travel.
🔷Let road crews do their jobs.
🔷Allow more time and slow down

[NWS Springfield @NWSSpringfield]

Widespread rainfall amounts of 1/2-1" are expected Monday night into Tuesday with the potential for up to 2-3" across portions of south central Missouri. This rainfall could bring the potential for flooding to portions of the area.

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

.@MoSEMA_ is looking for a Public Relations Director. This senior-level position is responsible for coordinating all communications related to disaster preparedness/ response, including news releases, social media, public outreach and video. Details here:
https://t.co/xYDtAG8vQn

[Missouri State Emergency Management Agency @MoSEMA_]

.@MoSEMA_ @MoPublicSafety @MSHPTrooperGHQ @MoFireMarshal @MoDOT @HealthyLivingMo @MoDNR @MoAgriculture @MissouriOA @MissouriPSC
just completed a 2-day EXERCISE on response to #SEMO earthquakes, including full scale activity by MO DMAT-1 & MO Task Force 1. Great effort by all!

[Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services @HealthyLivingMo]

1 isn’t just a number, it’s SOMEONE. A family member. Neighbor. Coworker. Friend. Domestic violence affects all of us, and all of us must be part of the solution.

Stay tuned this month on our social media pages to learn more about domestic violence.

#Every1KnowsSome1 | #DVAM