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Emergency Management Training Opportunities
March 27, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
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April 24, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern
Location: Virtual
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Emergency Management Wristband Identification Program
With the rise of incidents requiring multi-agency responses, KACo is proud to expand its wristband identification program to county emergency management directors and their personnel. These simple, easy-to-use wristbands will help identify emergency response team members who may not be in uniform or have identifying clothing. Learn more here.
Emergency Management News
March 21, 2025
2025 Emergency Preparedness Series: StormReady Counties
The assistance program has real, tangible benefits including increased access to technical support from a servicing NWS Office
March 13, 2025
Additional counties now aligible for FEMA public assistance
Local governments can apply for funding related to storm recovery.
February 25, 2025
Expedited major disaster declaration issued for Kentucky following February flooding
Federal funding will include individual and public assistance.
January 22, 2025
FEMA posts public notice for 34 Kentucky counties impacted by hurricane Helene
Heavy rainfall and high winds caused by the 2024 storm caused damage
January 17, 2025
Two-thirds of Kentucky counties are now StormReady certified
National Weather Service program helps counties and citizens prepare for severe weather
October 02, 2024
Cleanup and repairs continue in wake of Hurricane Helene
Despite widespread power outages, Kentucky largely spared from storm’s deadly destruction
September 13, 2024
Start conversations now to help prepare for emergencies
September is National Preparedness Month
August 23, 2024
Check your county’s StormReady status
KACo and National Weather Service working to enhance weather preparedness
