HoCoOEM

@HoCoOEM

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HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · 12 h

When your body begins to overheat, symptoms may include muscle cramping, shortness of breath, dizziness, and nausea. Go indoors or find shade, drink water, and use cool compresses. If you suspect heat stroke, seek medical attention immediately. #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. When your body begins to overheat, symptoms may include muscle cramping, shortness of breath, dizziness, and nausea. Go indoors or find shade, drink water, and use cool compresses. If you suspect heat stroke, seek medical attention immediately. #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 23

The warmest time of the day is typically around 3:00pm, after the sun has reached its peak and has heated everything in its path. During extreme heat, try to stay indoors during the late-afternoon to prevent heat-related illnesses! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. The warmest time of the day is typically around 3:00pm, after the sun has reached its peak and has heated everything in its path. During extreme heat, try to stay indoors during the late-afternoon to prevent heat-related illnesses! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

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HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 22

REMINDER: Thursday, July 24th from 10:00-11:30 AM, is the next Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting. Join us virtually to hear from @HoCoHealth about extreme heat and air quality. To register for this virtual meeting, follow the link below: bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

HoCoOEM's tweet image. REMINDER: Thursday, July 24th from 10:00-11:30 AM, is the next Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting. Join us virtually to hear from @HoCoHealth about extreme heat and air quality. To register for this virtual meeting, follow the link below:

bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 21

Extreme heat can have serious impacts to your pets. Try to limit outdoor walks on pavement to the morning and evening hours. Surfaces like asphalt can be 20-30 degrees hotter than the air temperature, causing burns to their paw pads. #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Extreme heat can have serious impacts to your pets. Try to limit outdoor walks on pavement to the morning and evening hours. Surfaces like asphalt can be 20-30 degrees hotter than the air temperature, causing burns to their paw pads. #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 18

Don’t wait until last minute to prepare for a hurricane. High winds produced by a hurricane or tropical storm can cause significant power outages. Gather items like water, food, flashlights, medication, and a first aid kit ahead of time to keep your household prepared! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Don’t wait until last minute to prepare for a hurricane. High winds produced by a hurricane or tropical storm can cause significant power outages. Gather items like water, food, flashlights, medication, and a first aid kit ahead of time to keep your household prepared! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 17

The next Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting is just one week away. The Howard County Health Department will be discussing extreme heat and air quality impacts. Follow the link below to register for the virtual July 2025 LEPC meeting: bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

HoCoOEM's tweet image. The next Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting is just one week away. The Howard County Health Department will be discussing extreme heat and air quality impacts. Follow the link below to register for the virtual July 2025 LEPC meeting:
bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

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HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 16

Today is National Hotdog Day! If you’re grilling, be sure to have a fire extinguisher nearby. Enjoy your summer cookouts! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Today is National Hotdog Day! If you’re grilling, be sure to have a fire extinguisher nearby. Enjoy your summer cookouts! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 14

The Flood Watch for Howard Co. is now in effect until midnight tonight. Please be reminded that only 6in. of moving water can knock you off your feet and 12-24in. of moving water can carry away vehicles. Never walk, drive, or swim through flood waters. Turn around, don't drown!

NNWS Baltimore-Washington@NWS_BaltWash · Jul 14

⚠️There is a threat for flash flooding in the area, some of which could be widespread and considerable in impact. Rainfall rates could approach 2-3" per hour in the heavier, slow moving storms. Here are some reminders about flash flood safety. #MDwx #VAwx #DCwx #WVwx

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 14

Please be advised: Parking restrictions for Main Street in Historic Ellicott City are in effect today, July 14th, due to forecasted rainfall.

HHoward County Gov't@HoCoGov · Jul 14

PARKING RESTRICTIONS FOR HISTORIC #EllicottCityMD: Out of an abundance of caution & in response to the @NWS forecasted rain amts of 2-3" per hr, w/ potential for 4-6" in some areas, this afternoon/evening, 7/14, @HCPDNews is putting in place PARKING RESTRICTIONS throughout…

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HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 14

When extreme heat impacts our area, save outdoor activities like yardwork and exercise for the morning or evening. Try to stay in the shade or air conditioning as much as possible. Stay cool, HoCo! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. When extreme heat impacts our area, save outdoor activities like yardwork and exercise for the morning or evening. Try to stay in the shade or air conditioning as much as possible. Stay cool, HoCo! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 11

Are your kids heading off to summer camp this season? Be sure to send them with plenty of water and hydrating foods like watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, and oranges! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Are your kids heading off to summer camp this season? Be sure to send them with plenty of water and hydrating foods like watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, and oranges! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 10

Don’t forget to register for the July Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting. This quarter, @HoCoHealth will be sharing a presentation about extreme heat and air quality. Follow this link to register for the July LEPC meeting: bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Don’t forget to register for the July Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting. This quarter, @HoCoHealth will be sharing a presentation about extreme heat and air quality. Follow this link to register for the July LEPC meeting: bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

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HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 9

Today’s Severe T-storm and Flood Watches are a good reminder to make have many ways to get emergency alerts. Purchasing a @NOAA weather radio allows for alerts even if cell service is unavailable. Check your phone settings to ensure you can receive critical emergency alerts.

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 9

Download the Tell HoCo app today! The app is an easy tool to report non-emergency issues across Howard County. #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 8

When was the last time you updated your emergency kit? Our ReadyHoCo site has a printable checklist in various languages that can help you build or update your kit. Follow this link to the Emergency Supply Kit Checklist: howardcountymd.gov/emergency-mana…

HoCoOEM's tweet image. When was the last time you updated your emergency kit? Our ReadyHoCo site has a printable checklist in various languages that can help you build or update your kit. Follow this link to the Emergency Supply Kit Checklist: howardcountymd.gov/emergency-mana…

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 7

Don’t forget about your pets when high heat strikes! Be sure to leave your pets with extra water, especially if they are outdoors. Always make sure they have a shaded area to rest! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Don’t forget about your pets when high heat strikes! Be sure to leave your pets with extra water, especially if they are outdoors. Always make sure they have a shaded area to rest! #ReadyHoCo #SummerReady

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 4

Happy Independence Day! We hope you have a safe celebration among family and friends. #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 3

Leave it to the professionals! Plan to attend a public firework display rather than your own. Fireworks can be dangerous to people, pets, and property. Have a safe 4th of July celebration! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Leave it to the professionals! Plan to attend a public firework display rather than your own. Fireworks can be dangerous to people, pets, and property. Have a safe 4th of July celebration! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 2

Did you know sparklers can reach up to 2000 degrees F and cause third degree burns? Be cautious when handling sparklers, poppers, or other small ignitable fireworks that are legal in Howard County. Play it safe by attending a permitted firework display! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM's tweet image. Did you know sparklers can reach up to 2000 degrees F and cause third degree burns? Be cautious when handling sparklers, poppers, or other small ignitable fireworks that are legal in Howard County. Play it safe by attending a permitted firework display! #ReadyHoCo

HoCoOEM@HoCoOEM · Jul 1

July is here, which means our next LEPC meeting is right around the corner! Join us VIRTUALLY on July 24th, from 10-11:30 AM, to hear about extreme heat and air quality from @HoCoHealth. Follow the link below to register for the July 2025 LEPC meeting: bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025

HoCoOEM's tweet image. July is here, which means our next LEPC meeting is right around the corner! Join us VIRTUALLY on July 24th, from 10-11:30 AM, to hear about extreme heat and air quality from @HoCoHealth. Follow the link below to register for the July 2025 LEPC meeting:

bit.ly/LEPCJuly2025