Hennepin County Emergency Management

An Air Quality Alert has been issued for fine particles pollution, 12AM July 24th, 2025 until 11PM July 25th, 2025. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is expected to reach the Red or Unhealthy category. The general public should limit prolonged or heavy exertion. #mnwx

July 23rd, 2025 - A Heat Advisory has been issued for Hennepin County from 12 p.m. (noon) until 8 p.m. tonight. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. #mnwx

July 22nd, 2025 - A Heat Advisory was issued for Hennepin County from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. tonight. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. #mnwx

July 15th, 2025 - A Heat Advisory was issued for Hennepin County from 12 p.m. (noon) until 8 p.m. tonight. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. #MNwx

Siren maintenance and growl testing will take place today beginning at 10:30 a.m. on the following sirens: 19220 81st Pl N, Maple Grove

Siren maintenance and growl testing will take place today beginning at 10 a.m. on the following sirens: 19220 81st Pl N, Maple Grove

July 4th, 2025 - A Heat Advisory was issued for Hennepin County from 12 p.m. (noon) until 8 p.m. tonight. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. #mnwx

Prepare your pets for the 4th of July. Fireworks can make pets nervous or even run off, set yourself and them up for a stress free holiday with these tips!

A Heat Advisory was issued for Hennepin County from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. tonight, July 3rd, 2025. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air conditioning, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors. #MNwx

Today is siren test day at 1:00 p.m. WEA Live Tests at 12:00 p.m. (noon) in Independence on July 9th, St. Bonifacius on July 16th, Golden Valley on July 23rd, & Richfield on July 30th. Remember, outdoor warning sirens are meant to be heard when working or playing outside. #mnwx

Stay Safe This July! It's the peak month for grilling accidents, injuries, and fires. Follow these stats and tips to ensure a fun and safe summer!

Each year in the United States, thunderstorms produce 20-25 million lightning flashes that strike the ground, killing an average of 20+ people and injuring hundreds more - often in devastating and permanent ways

Simple tips you can do to help reduce the impact of water in your basement.

Hennepin County is in a Flash Flood Watch today, June 25th, 2025 10:50am until tomorrow 7:00am June 26th, 2025. Heavy rain is expected, some areas could see up to 5 inches of rain. If you see a flooded road, turn around, don't drown. #mnwx #FlashFloodWatch

Extreme heat is headed our way. Find a cooling option near you using our interactive map. hennepin.us/cool

An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for Hennepin County from 12 p.m. (noon) Saturday, June 21st until 9 p.m. Sunday June 22nd. Drink plenty of water, never leave anyone alone in a vehicle, use air conditioners, and stay in the shade when possible. #MNwx

Siren maintenance and growl testing will take place today beginning at 2p.m. on the following sirens: 5890 Sunnyfield Road, Minnetrista 3465 County Road 44, Minnetrista 2855 County Rd 92, Minnetrista Lyric & Blaine Ave S., Orono Co. Rd. 84 & Lilac Ln, Orono

3:00PM - A storm is moving through the Twin Cities metro right now, but does not currently have a threat of a tornado. We are expecting redevelopment along a line of storms later this afternoon and evening that we will watch for severe potential. #mnwx #wiwx

A special weather statement has been issued for Maple Grove MN, Ramsey MN and Champlin MN until 2:30 PM CDT

Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Eden Prairie MN, Minnetonka MN and Chanhassen MN until 1:30 PM CDT