Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA)
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The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency is responsible for preparedness, response, mitigation and recovery from disasters. Please dial 9-1-1 in an emergency.
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A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of Middle Tennessee west of the Cumberland Plateau from Sunday thru Wednesday. Heat index values of 105°+ are expected across most of the mid state. Monday thru Wednesday are going to be the hottest (although tomorrow will be plenty hot, too).
You know the drill. Stay cool, seek shade, drink plenty of water (even if you don't feel thirsty), and know the signs of heat illness. Check in on elderly neighbors, young children, and anyone without A/C. Never leave children or pets in cars - even for a minute.
We're all tired of this miserable heat, but it's only going to get worse. Next Tue & Wed will bring some of the hottest temps of the season so far with heat indices of 105-110°. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and check on those around you.
Tennessee’s sales tax holiday is a great time to stock up on school supplies, clothes, and electronics - but it’s also a smart opportunity to build or refresh your emergency go-kit. Some items to add to your cart: tn.gov/tema/news-info…
Dangerous heat is forecast to expand into the Southeast this weekend, while lingering across the Ohio Valley and Mid-South. Little relief will be available overnight as lows only drop into the upper 70s. Be sure to follow proper heat safety! weather.gov/safety/heat 🥵
Heat remains the story. This loop shows the Heat Risk over the Midsouth for the next 7 days. These graphics are available here: weather.gov/erh/ghwo?wfo=m… The good news is that we will likely see -slight- moderation of the heat Friday and Saturday.
This heat is no joke, Mid-South. Due to minimal nighttime cooling, the Heat Advisory and Extreme Heat Warning will continue through the overnight hours and into Thursday evening. Things may cool a degree or two this weekend, but long term forecasts keep our area hot and humid.
With this heat and humidity, finding a cool place can make all the difference. Beat the heat and stay safe by visiting cooling centers, libraries, malls, community centers, or other public places with air conditioning. TEMA maintains a map with information of locally-run…
It's the height of summer, so it being hot in the southern U.S. is no surprise. BUT, when triple digits during the day barely drop to 80 overnight, it becomes extremely dangerous. Extreme and record heat is likely throughout the South through next week with extreme impacts…
Stay cool, stay hydrated, and check on your neighbors.
All of Midsouth is under an Extreme Heat Warning today, with heat indices peaking at or above 110. We will get an ever so slight break in the heat this weekend, before the extreme heat returns Monday and Tuesday.
There are some locally-run cooling centers open in West Tennessee with this heat and humidity. Check with local officials for guidance and stay hydrated!
⚠️The heat continues to build across the region. Tomorrow will be another dangerously hot day. Stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity during the heat of the day, wear loose, light colored clothing, and spend as much time as possible in the AC. #tnwx #mswx #mowx #arwx
Tennesseans impacted by the April storms: FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers will operate under new hours starting today. Apply by Aug. 19 Find locations: disasterassistance.gov More info: go.dhs.gov/iZB
Over 90 million people are under heat alerts currently (Extreme Heat Warnings, Watches, and Heat Advisories). The heat is expected to persist the longest over the Mid-MS Valley and Mid-South regions this week. Here are the latest Key Messages.
Tennessee Task Force 1 (TN-TF1) is extending its deployment in Texas to provide continued support for ongoing flood recovery efforts. While some members will return home to Memphis, others are on the way to join the team in Kerr County. TN-TF1 (15 members and six canines) will…
It's going to be a brutal week if you're spending time outdoors across the Mid-South. Highs of 95-100 degrees are likely with heat indices of 105-115 degrees each afternoon. Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are in effect today and should be expected throughout the week.
Tennessee’s Sales Tax Holiday is the perfect time to stock up on emergency kit essentials! Take advantage of the savings and build a kit that keeps your family ready for anything.
TN’s sales tax holiday starts this weekend, July 25-27. I’m proud to deliver tax relief in partnership with the General Assembly & encourage every family to take advantage of savings on clothing, school supplies & computers. For more details, visit tntaxholiday.com
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue especially areas along and north of interstate 40. Localized flash flooding is possible.
ONE MONTH TO APPLY: Middle & Western Tennesseans affected by April severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding have one month left to apply for FEMA assistance. Homeowners, renters, students, self-employed, ranchers & farmers in Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, Dyer,…
