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OEMC, along with other Illinois agencies, is appealing the denial of a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Those in the affected areas are urged to submit any new or previously unreported information. Visit iemaohs.illinois.gov/recovery to complete the survey.
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What Happens Now? Disaster Relief Denied by Federal Government
YouTube video by OEMC Chicago
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October 29, 2025 at 5:27 PM
OEMC, along with other Illinois agencies, is appealing the denial of a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Those in the affected areas are urged to submit any new or previously unreported information. Visit iemaohs.illinois.gov/recovery to complete the survey.
youtu.be/W_RRKTvylxo
youtu.be/W_RRKTvylxo
OEMC, along with other Illinois agencies, is appealing the denial of a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Those in the affected areas are urged to submit new or unreported information. Visit iemaohs.illinois.gov/recovery.
youtube.com/watch?v=W_RRKTvylxo&feature=youtu.be
youtube.com/watch?v=W_RRKTvylxo&feature=youtu.be
October 29, 2025 at 5:23 PM
OEMC, along with other Illinois agencies, is appealing the denial of a Presidential Disaster Declaration. Those in the affected areas are urged to submit new or unreported information. Visit iemaohs.illinois.gov/recovery.
youtube.com/watch?v=W_RRKTvylxo&feature=youtu.be
youtube.com/watch?v=W_RRKTvylxo&feature=youtu.be
In honor of OEMC's 30th anniversary, we sat down with former Executive Director Rich Guidice. Hear what he had to say about his time at the department in the latest episode of our podcast, Answering the Call.
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Answering the Call: Rich Guidice on OEMC 30th Anniversay
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September 24, 2025 at 6:28 PM
In honor of OEMC's 30th anniversary, we sat down with former Executive Director Rich Guidice. Hear what he had to say about his time at the department in the latest episode of our podcast, Answering the Call.
youtu.be/2jPo1Qqt8aY
youtu.be/2jPo1Qqt8aY
Tomorrow marks 30 years since the creation of OEMC. The department has evolved tremendously over the last three decades. Take a look at just how far we've come since September 1995!
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OEMC Anniversary Video
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September 24, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Tomorrow marks 30 years since the creation of OEMC. The department has evolved tremendously over the last three decades. Take a look at just how far we've come since September 1995!
youtu.be/HtLX3pNQTL0
youtu.be/HtLX3pNQTL0
Recovery teams will continue to visit homes and businesses this weekend impacted by the severe flooding that took place July 25 - 28. These quick in-person reviews of the damage could help get federal recovery assistance.
August 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Recovery teams will continue to visit homes and businesses this weekend impacted by the severe flooding that took place July 25 - 28. These quick in-person reviews of the damage could help get federal recovery assistance.
Outdoor Warning Sirens will sound today at 10AM for testing as they do on every first Tuesday of the month with a single tone alert signal.
August 5, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Outdoor Warning Sirens will sound today at 10AM for testing as they do on every first Tuesday of the month with a single tone alert signal.
The Air Quality Alert for Chicago has been extended through Saturday night, August 2nd. Reduce time outside and check on family, neighbors, seniors and vulnerable residents. If needed, you can request a well-being check by contacting 3-1-1 or if it's a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
August 1, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The Air Quality Alert for Chicago has been extended through Saturday night, August 2nd. Reduce time outside and check on family, neighbors, seniors and vulnerable residents. If needed, you can request a well-being check by contacting 3-1-1 or if it's a medical emergency, call 9-1-1.
Chicago remains under an Air Quality Alert today in effect until midnight. If possible, limit prolonged activity outdoors today. For more visit airnow.gov
August 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Chicago remains under an Air Quality Alert today in effect until midnight. If possible, limit prolonged activity outdoors today. For more visit airnow.gov
The City of Chicago's Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC) is reviewing calls for service into 3-1-1 from the flash flooding event that occurred between Friday, July 25 and Monday, July 28.
Visit chicago.gov/OEMC by August 3, 2025 to submit a survey.
Visit chicago.gov/OEMC by August 3, 2025 to submit a survey.
July 31, 2025 at 3:06 PM
The City of Chicago's Office of Emergency Management & Communications (OEMC) is reviewing calls for service into 3-1-1 from the flash flooding event that occurred between Friday, July 25 and Monday, July 28.
Visit chicago.gov/OEMC by August 3, 2025 to submit a survey.
Visit chicago.gov/OEMC by August 3, 2025 to submit a survey.
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A couple rounds of showers and storms are expected today. While all storms will have the potential for torrential rainfall and flash flooding, strong to severe storms are possible this PM with a threat of damaging winds. Have multiple ways to get weather alerts! #ILwx #INwx
July 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
NotifyChicago:
Flood Advisory Flood Advisory issued July 24 at 3:02PM CDT until July 24 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Advisory Flood Advisory issued July 24 at 3:02PM CDT until July 24 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
July 24, 2025 at 8:34 PM
NotifyChicago:
Flood Advisory Flood Advisory issued July 24 at 3:02PM CDT until July 24 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Advisory Flood Advisory issued July 24 at 3:02PM CDT until July 24 at 5:30PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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It's going to get very, very hot in Chicago soon, with heat indexes reaching as high as 115 by midweek, according to the National Weather Service. https://trib.al/WqQD8vZ
Sweltering weather could return midweek
The National Weather Service says high heat and humidity will settle over the area Wednesday, Thursday and possibly Friday, pushing the heat index to 115 degrees. Residents should take health precautions. The city will open cooling centers.
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July 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM
It's going to get very, very hot in Chicago soon, with heat indexes reaching as high as 115 by midweek, according to the National Weather Service. https://trib.al/WqQD8vZ
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Heat and humidity will begin to build from the west on Tuesday, with dangerous heat expected Wednesday through Thursday. While thunderstorms are expected to bring relief from the heat by late Friday, a slower arrival will mean continued heat into Friday.
July 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Heat and humidity will begin to build from the west on Tuesday, with dangerous heat expected Wednesday through Thursday. While thunderstorms are expected to bring relief from the heat by late Friday, a slower arrival will mean continued heat into Friday.
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Dangerous heat index values of 105 to 115 degrees are expected Wednesday and Thursday. This stretch of heat will also include very warm conditions Wednesday night and possibly Thursday night. Stay up to date on the latest forecast.
July 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Dangerous heat index values of 105 to 115 degrees are expected Wednesday and Thursday. This stretch of heat will also include very warm conditions Wednesday night and possibly Thursday night. Stay up to date on the latest forecast.
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Drier and pleasant weather is expected today. However, dangerous heat and humidity will built into the area for Wednesday and Thursday. The chances for stormy weather then returns at the end of the week as a cold front approaches the region.
July 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Drier and pleasant weather is expected today. However, dangerous heat and humidity will built into the area for Wednesday and Thursday. The chances for stormy weather then returns at the end of the week as a cold front approaches the region.
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A line of storms is expected to track across the north half of IL late this morning into the afternoon. This line of storms may be in a weakening trend through mid-morning, but begin to re-intensify late this morning. Damaging winds and torrential rainfall will be the main risk.
July 19, 2025 at 10:20 AM
A line of storms is expected to track across the north half of IL late this morning into the afternoon. This line of storms may be in a weakening trend through mid-morning, but begin to re-intensify late this morning. Damaging winds and torrential rainfall will be the main risk.
Today marks 30 years since the deadly 1995 Heat Wave! Since then, Chicago agencies, including OEMC have worked hand-in-hand to make sure something like that never happens again.
Check out some of the lessons we've learned over the last three decades.
youtu.be/6ZTGaGZXoKc
Check out some of the lessons we've learned over the last three decades.
youtu.be/6ZTGaGZXoKc
July 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Today marks 30 years since the deadly 1995 Heat Wave! Since then, Chicago agencies, including OEMC have worked hand-in-hand to make sure something like that never happens again.
Check out some of the lessons we've learned over the last three decades.
youtu.be/6ZTGaGZXoKc
Check out some of the lessons we've learned over the last three decades.
youtu.be/6ZTGaGZXoKc
Cooling Centers are open if you need to cool off. In response to this weekend's heat wave, the Garfield Community Service Center at 10 S. Kedzie will open as Cooling Center from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
June 21, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Cooling Centers are open if you need to cool off. In response to this weekend's heat wave, the Garfield Community Service Center at 10 S. Kedzie will open as Cooling Center from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
With high temperatures today and extreme heat and humidity forecast for the weekend and early next week, OEMC and Ironheart want to share tips to beat the heat and stay safe.
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June 17, 2025 at 9:05 PM
With high temperatures today and extreme heat and humidity forecast for the weekend and early next week, OEMC and Ironheart want to share tips to beat the heat and stay safe.
youtu.be/_wALgeohDl4
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