Posted on: October 29, 2020
Pierce County residents living near the outdoor warning system will hear new sounds and voice instructions when the system is tested at noon on Monday, Nov. 2.
The warning system, originally installed to warn of a lahar from Mt. Rainier, will not...
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Emergency Management
Posted on: August 18, 2016
Due to the high temperatures expected this weekend, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an excessive heat warning for parts of the Puget Sound. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 80s to lower 90s Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 18-20. ...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: August 18, 2016
Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb has announced a county-wide outdoor burn ban, effective 8 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 18, until further notice. Dry weather and forecasts calling for continued dry heat prompted the limited ban, issued jointly with the Pier...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: December 9, 2015
In response to flooding on multiple rivers, isolated landslides, and road closures in Pierce County, the Pierce County Emergency Operations Center opened today at a Level 2 at 9 a.m.
Officials are working with jurisdictions and partners across Pierce...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: August 14, 2015
From Mount Rainier National Park News:
A glacial outburst flood and debris flow occurred at Tahoma Creek in Mount Rainier National Park on Thursday, August 13, 2015 beginning at approximately 9:40 am. The glacial outburst flood originated from the Sout...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: July 1, 2015
The Pierce County Fire Marshal and Department of Emergency Management wants to wish everyone a happy and safe 4th of July. The best way to safely enjoy the 4th is to watch a public fireworks display conducted by professionals. However, if you decide to ...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: June 25, 2015
The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for hot weather for parts of the Puget Sound area this weekend. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 80s to mid 90s on Friday through Sunday.
The Pierce County Department of E...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: January 15, 2015
Canine heroes-in-waiting from around the nation will converge this weekend on a Puyallup gravel pit for their final trial. For those that pass the test, they'll receive coveted certification from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Urban Search and ...Read on...
Emergency Management
Posted on: October 22, 2014
Pierce County is gearing up to respond to winter weather, and community members are encouraged to do the same.
Residents can learn about Pierce County’s response efforts and how they can prepare for winter weather at the WinterWise Kickoff Event from 1...Read on...
Emergency Management