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Account is not monitored 24/7. For emergencies, call 9-1-1. For emergency alerts, use NotifySTL. Policy: go.USA.gov/xRzVz | Links: linktr.ee/stlcityema FIRST! (EM on Bluesky 😎)
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 5h
Check your furnace's filter. NEVER heat a home by using the stovetop or oven. It increases the risk of burns, fires and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Bring your furry friends inside when temperatures drop!

Taking steps now will help you be ready when winter comes!

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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 5h
Cooler days are here - a reminder that even colder days are ahead.

Make sure you have warm outer layers, including hats and gloves, ready for everyone in your family.

(1/2) 🧵 #stlwx #ReadySTL

📷 NWS St. Louis
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 4d
Thunderstorms continue to move through the area today, with wind being the primary threat. Storms could last throughout the afternoon into the evening and bring up to three inches of rain for St. Louis.

Follow us and local media for the latest weather changes throughout the day. #ReadySTL #stlwx
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 6d
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Cybersecurity Awareness Month empowers individuals and businesses to protect themselves. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance co-lead the...
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 6d
Today is the day! The Great #ShakeOut is happening this morning at 10:16 a.m. Remember to "Drop, Cover, and Hold on" in the event of an earthquake.

#ReadySTL #EarthquakeSafety #Practice
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 14d
Grabbing online deals? Before buying anything with a lithium-ion battery, check the details—and when it arrives, look for a mark from a recognized testing lab. No mark = higher fire risk. 🔥
#FirePreventionWeek #BatterySafety #Sparky #ReadySTL
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 15d
Have peace of mind that you know what to do in the next earthquake: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Join millions who are improving their level of earthquake safety by participating in Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills: ShakeOut.org. #ReadySTL #ShakeOut
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 15d
Protecting youth online starts with YOU! Join @Know2Protect to Pledge2Protect for a safer internet for all kids and teens.

Every pledge creates action that has a real impact. Check it out here 🔗: www.dhs.gov/know2protect/p2p #Pledge2Protect #K2P #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #ReadySTL
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 16d
It's #FirePreventionWeek. The National Fire Protection Association wants you to Charge Into Fire Safety regarding Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.

Remember:
🏪Buy only listed products
🔌 Charge devices safely
♻ Recycle batteries responsibly (call2recycle.org)

More @ fpw.org

#ReadySTL
Promotional graphic for Fire Prevention Week 2025 by the NFPA. The theme is "Charge into Fire Safety™ — Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home." Tips include: "BUY only listed products. CHARGE devices safely. RECYCLE batteries responsibly." The image features Sparky the Fire Dog in a firefighter outfit, holding a house with a green battery recycling symbol. The NFPA and Fire Prevention Week logos are also present, along with the website "fpw.org."
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 20d
October is #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth. New technology means new scams. But don’t be discouraged! This online tool, provided by the National Cybersecurity Alliance, guides you through the steps to protect yourself and your family from scams.

#CyberSafely #OnlineSafety #OnlineTools #ReadySTL
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Empower older adults to Stay Safe Online! The
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 20d
UPDATE: I-70 westbound has been reopened. #STLTraffic
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 20d
From the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department:

TRAFFIC ALERT: I-70 westbound near Adelaide is closed. There are MAJOR delays impacting the interstate and city streets in the area. Please plan ahead and use an alternate route. #STLtraffic
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-70 westbound near Adelaide is closed. There are MAJOR delays impacting the interstate and city streets in the area. Please plan ahead and use an alternate route. #STLtraffic
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 22d
On the last day of National Preparedness Month, @cityema.bsky.social and over a dozen regional partners from across public and private sectors convened to:
✔️ Assess capability strengths
✔️ Identify areas for improvement
✔️ Prioritize what matters most for our communities

#NPM2025 #ReadySTL
A close-up photo of printed documents from the "St. Louis Urban Area THIRA/SPR Workshop" held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The visible text includes a section labeled "Core Capabilities List" with categories such as "Protect," "Mitigate," "Respond," and "Recover." Each category contains subcategories like "Planning," "Public Information and Warning," "Operational Coordination," and others. The STARRS logo, featuring a circle of symbols, is partially visible on the top right corner of the top document. A wide-angle view of a large conference room filled with participants seated at round tables during the St. Louis Urban Area THIRA/SPR Workshop. Most attendees are seated in chairs with red labels for Emergency Support Function roles such as "Business/Industry ESF 16" and "Law Enforcement ESF 13." A presenter stands at the front of the room near a large screen displaying a slide titled "NEXT STEPS." Multiple monitors and projection screens line the walls, and digital clocks show the time as 2:41. The room is well-lit with high ceilings and modern lighting.
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 23d
Learn more about food safety at www.ready.gov/food.
Food | Ready.gov
Consider the following tips when putting together your emergency food supplies. Suggested Food Supplies Food Safety and Sanitation Cooking Managing Food without Power Following a disaster there may be...
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 23d
Even in an emergency, #FoodSafety matters.

Protect your health by taking a few simple steps:
✅ Stock non-perishable items
✅ Sanitize cooking utensils and cookware
✅ Discard any food that may be contaminated

Stay safe before, during, and after an emergency.
#NPM2025 #ReadySTL
A collage promoting food safety during emergencies. The top-left image shows a box filled with canned goods and non-perishable food items. The bottom-left image shows hands washing a metal pot under running water in a kitchen sink. The right image shows a person wearing rubber gloves cleaning the inside of an empty refrigerator with a spray bottle and cloth. At the bottom of the image are the hashtags #BeInformed and #ReadySTL, along with logos for National Preparedness Month and St. Louis Emergency Management Agency.
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 24d
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. Emergencies can happen anytime—check on your neighbors, especially older adults & those who may need extra help. Preparedness starts with people helping people. 💬👥

#NPM2025 #PreparednessMonth #BeReady #NationalNeighborDay #ReadySTL
Illustration of three neighbors—two women and one man—standing in a yard in front of a house with broken tree limbs and debris. Large text reads, “Be a good neighbor! In the event of a disaster, be sure to check on those around you.” The logo “Ready” appears in the bottom right corner.
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 25d
Make sure help can reach you when it counts.
📱 Update emergency contacts at work, school & home
📲 Add "In Case of Emergency" info to your phone’s lock screen
☎️ Include an out-of-state contact

#NPM2025 #BeInformed #ReadySTL #PreparednessStartsAtHome
A collage of three images related to emergency preparedness. Top left: Medical professionals quickly wheel a patient on a stretcher through a hospital hallway. Center: A close-up of an emergency contact form with a pen resting on it, emphasizing the fields for name, address, and relationship. Right: A young man in scrubs sits at a desk, talking on the phone while reviewing paperwork. At the bottom of the image are the hashtags #BeInformed and #ReadySTL, along with the National Preparedness Month logo and the St. Louis City Emergency Management Agency seal.
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 26d
Snap and save photos of documents in a secure place to access them during an emergency, including
🪪 IDs/birth certificates
📝 Insurance policies
💊 Medical information
💳 Bank account records
🏡 Property deeds/leases

#NPM2025 #SaveYourPhotosDay #BeInformed #ReadySTL
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · 27d
You have the power to help protect the community. One tip could make the difference. Learn how to recognize suspicious activity and report it. Find resources here 🔗 www.dhs.gov/see-somethin...

#SeeSay #BePrepared #ReadySTL
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Sep 20
When building your emergency kit, don’t forget the kids!🧸

A small toy, coloring book, or deck of cards can help them stay calm during a crisis.

📝 Tip: Let them pick what to pack—it gives them comfort and a sense of control.

#FamilySafety #ReadySTL #NPM2025 #CareForKidsDay
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Sep 19
A big thank you to C.A.R.E. STL and Stray Rescue for letting our team share CEMA Ready Dog bandanas in honor of National Preparedness Month! 🐾💙 Each bandana highlights what to pack in your pet’s emergency kit. Learn more: www.ready.gov/pets #NPM2025 #ReadySTL #ResponsibleDogOwnership
CEMA staff stand outside the C.A.R.E. STL shelter with one of its staff members and a brown-colored adoptable dog wearing a multicolored bandana. CEMA staff stand outside the Stray Rescue shelter with four puppies, the CEMA bandana, and information on pet preparedness. Listing of ways to prepare your pet for a disaster. PDF file available at https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/ready.gov_prepare-pets-for-disasters.pdf The back page of the flyer provides information on how to prepare your pet for a disaster. PDF file available at https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/ready.gov_prepare-pets-for-disasters.pdf
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Sep 12
Summer weather is back, with temperatures in the 90s through much of next week.

Bring pets inside, offer them cool water, and take them for walks in the morning or evening when it's cooler.

Be sure to keep yourself hydrated! For heat tips at stlouis-mo.gov/heat

#stlwx
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Sep 12
FEMA In-person assistance through Disaster Recovery Centers will be open from September 25.

➡ Union Tabernacle Church, 626 N Newstead
M-F: 8a-7p

➡ ULSTL Women’s Business Center, 4401 Natural Bridge
M-F: 8a-7p, Sat: 9a-4p. Closed: Sun

www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/d...

#stlrecovers
FEMA In-Person Assistance Open through September 25 Disaster Recovery Centers Union Tabernacle M.B. Church, 626 N Newstead Ave. Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Closed: Sat-Sun ULSTL Entrepreneurship & Women’s Business Center 4401 Natural Bridge Ave. Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., Sat: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed: Sun
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Sep 1
The City of St. Louis will conduct one test of the Outdoor Warning Siren today, Monday, September 1, at 11:00 AM. THIS IS ONLY A TEST.

Please use this time to review and update your emergency plans and check for expired supplies in your emergency kit.

manager.everbridge.net/pub/21481037...
Notification
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City of St. Louis Emergency Management @cityema.bsky.social · Aug 26
You can apply by visiting a disaster recovery center (DRC), applying online or calling 1-800-621-3362.

For more information, dive into the information provided in this post or visit stlrecovers.com. Please be sure to register as soon as possible and spread the word!
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