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BCREPC is a coalition of emergency management, law enforcement, fire service, health care, public health, public works, EMS, military, and numerous other affiliated agencies. The Barnstable County Regional Emergency Planning Committee (BCREPC) is a coalition of law enforcement, fire service, health care, public health, public works, EMS, military, and numerous other affiliated agencies as outlined by the Massachusetts State Emergency Response Committee (SERC). It represents the towns of Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, and Yarmouth in Barnstable County, and the town of Nantucket in Nantucket County. The BCREPC meets monthly to provide updates, presentations on current disaster management topics and to hold an open discussion on a variety of emergency pre-planning subjects relevant to Cape Cod and Nantucket. Our purpose is to harness the power of planning, cooperation, and interoperability to assist Cape Cod communities to mitigate the threat from any hazard which may require the response of multiple jurisdictions.

09/11/2026

BUILD YOUR KIT!

Could your household manage for several days without power, water, or easy access to stores? Build or refresh an emergency kit with water, food, flashlights, batteries, medications, first-aid supplies, chargers, important documents, and items specific to your household. Add supplies gradually—preparedness does not have to happen all at once.

https://www.mass.gov/emergency-preparedness-month

Additional resources:
https://www.capecod.gov/Prepare
https://www.capecod.gov/flood-ready

09/08/2026

Flood risk looks different across Cape Cod. Heavy rain, storm surge, coastal flooding, and flash flooding can affect roads, homes, businesses, and evacuation routes—even in places that may not seem especially vulnerable.

Know the flood risks where you live, work, and travel. Check your property’s flood risk and plan your route before an emergency.

Start with Barnstable County’s local flood resources:

https://www.capecod.gov/flood-ready

09/04/2026

We want Cape Cod to be ready when the next storm comes. That’s why we’re sharing preparedness reminders throughout September—and we hope you’ll share them, too.

One easy thing to do now: make sure you have more than one way to get emergency alerts. Don’t wait until a storm is on the way.

Learn more: mass.gov/ready

County resources:
https://loom.ly/2jbhMSs
https://loom.ly/aK3P3NY

09/01/2026

September is Emergency Preparedness Month. On Cape Cod, being prepared means knowing how you’ll receive alerts, having a family emergency plan, and keeping supplies on hand before severe weather or another emergency happens.

Throughout September, Barnstable County Emergency Management and Cape Cod Cooperative Extension’s Coastal Processes – Flood & Erosion Program will share simple steps you can take now.

Start here: mass.gov/ready

FOR MORE RESOURCES:
https://www.capecod.gov/Prepare
https://www.capecod.gov/flood-ready

⬇️ PORTUGUÊS

Setembro é o Mês da Preparação para Emergências. Em Cape Cod, estar preparado significa saber como você receberá alertas, ter um plano de emergência familiar e manter suprimentos à mão antes que ocorram condições meteorológicas severas ou outra emergência.

Durante todo o mês de setembro, Barnstable County Emergency Management e o Coastal Processes – Flood & Erosion Program da Cape Cod Cooperative Extension compartilharão medidas simples que você pode tomar agora.

Comece aqui:
mass.gov/ready

MAIS RECURSOS:
capecod.gov/Prepare
capecod.gov/flood-ready

⬇️ ESPAÑOL

Septiembre es el Mes de Preparación para Emergencias. En Cape Cod, estar preparado significa saber cómo recibirás las alertas, tener un plan de emergencia familiar y contar con suministros a mano antes de que ocurra un fenómeno meteorológico severo u otra emergencia.

Durante todo septiembre, Barnstable County Emergency Management y el Coastal Processes – Flood & Erosion Program de Cape Cod Cooperative Extension compartirán medidas sencillas que puedes tomar ahora.

Comienza aquí:
mass.gov/ready

MÁS RECURSOS:
capecod.gov/Prepare
capecod.gov/flood-ready

08/25/2026

We’re hiring! Join Barnstable County Emergency Management.

Barnstable County is seeking an experienced Emergency Management Planning Specialist to help strengthen emergency preparedness across Cape Cod.

This full-time position will work directly with town emergency managers, fire, police, public health, hospitals, schools, EMS, and state partners to develop and improve emergency plans that work locally — and can scale regionally when an incident extends beyond a single community.

The position will also play a key role in developing regional emergency exercises, from planning and design through after-action reporting and improvement.

We’re looking for candidates with experience in:

→ Emergency planning and preparedness
→ Municipal or regional emergency management
→ Exercise design and evaluation
→ Coordination with public safety, health, and community partners

If you’re an emergency management professional interested in helping Cape Cod communities prepare, coordinate, and respond effectively, we encourage you to apply.

→ View the full job description and qualifications:
https://loom.ly/MLhBaAA

08/20/2026

35 years ago this week, Hurricane Bob hit Cape Cod.

On August 19, 1991, Hurricane Bob swept into southern New England, bringing damaging winds, storm surge, flooding, downed trees and widespread power outages.

For many Cape Codders, Bob is still the hurricane they remember.

But here's something worth thinking about: an entire generation has grown up on Cape Cod without experiencing a direct hurricane strike.

35 quiet years can make a storm like Bob feel like history. But hurricanes don't follow a schedule, and a long stretch between storms doesn't tell us when the next one will come.

Bob is also a good reminder that hurricanes aren't only about wind. On Cape Cod, heavy rain, coastal flooding, storm surge, erosion, dangerous surf and power outages can all create problems — even when a storm doesn't make a direct hit.

So while the skies are quiet, take a little time to know your risk and know where to find good information.

🌀 Prepare yourself and your family:
Barnstable County Government has information on hurricane preparedness, evacuation zones, emergency planning and more:
capecod.gov/prepare

🌊 Prepare your home and understand your flood risk:
Cape Cod Cooperative Extension and WHOI Sea Grant offer resources on coastal flooding, erosion, flood insurance and steps homeowners can take before a storm: capecod.gov/coastalprocesses

Hurricane Bob is part of Cape Cod's history. Being ready for the next storm is something we can do now.

08/17/2026

Is your family ready for a hurricane?

Cape Cod is entering the time of year when hurricanes and tropical storms are historically most active in Massachusetts. There is no immediate tropical threat to our region, which makes now a good time to prepare — before a storm is in the forecast.

Take a few minutes this week to:

• Check your emergency kit and replace expired supplies
• Make sure you have medications and essentials on hand
• Plan for possible power outages
• Know your hurricane evacuation zone and evacuation route
• Include pets in your emergency plan
• Sign up for your town's emergency alerts
• Talk with your family about where you would go and how you would stay in contact if separated

A hurricane doesn't have to make a direct hit on Cape Cod to bring damaging winds, coastal flooding, heavy rain, dangerous surf and power outages.

The best time to prepare is before you need to.

Hurricane preparedness & evacuation resources from the Emergency Management Department:
capecod.gov/prepare

Coastal flooding, erosion & property preparedness from the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension:
capecod.gov/coastalprocesses

07/16/2026

Air Quality Update for Cape Cod — Thursday, July 16 🌫️

The MassDEP Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County remains in effect until midnight tonight due to smoke from Canadian wildfires.

Where we stand: As of 3 PM, Cape Cod's air quality is 73 — Moderate (yellow) on the Air Quality Index. Levels may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (orange) later today before improving tomorrow.

MassDEP advises sensitive groups — children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with asthma, lung, or heart conditions — to limit prolonged outdoor activity while the alert is in effect.

What do the colors mean? See our graphic for a breakdown of the AQI, and check our blog post for protective actions and resources: https://loom.ly/rBgQnkc

Stay informed by monitoring current air quality conditions:
🔹 MassAir Forecast: https://loom.ly/BL82A-c
🔹 EPA AirNow: https://loom.ly/P389LjU

07/15/2026

🌫️ Air Quality Alert Issued for Barnstable County

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has issued an Air Quality Alert for Barnstable County and much of Massachusetts due to elevated levels of fine particulate pollution (PM2.5) from Canadian wildfire smoke.

The alert is in effect until midnight Thursday night.

According to MassDEP, fine particulate concentrations may approach or exceed levels that are Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, including:
• Children
• Older adults
• People with asthma or other respiratory conditions
• People with heart disease

Sensitive individuals are advised to limit prolonged outdoor activity while the alert remains in effect.

Stay informed by monitoring current air quality conditions:
🔹 MassAir Forecast: https://loom.ly/BL82A-c
🔹 EPA AirNow: https://loom.ly/P389LjU

Outdoor employers and workers may also wish to review guidance from the Massachusetts Department of Labor Standards on reducing exposure to wildfire smoke.

Barnstable County Emergency Management will continue to share information from state and federal partners as conditions warrant.

📷 Photo: Smoke from Canadian wildfires creates a hazy sky over John's Pond in Mashpee on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo by Anna Siergie.

07/13/2026

☀️ Hot Weather Expected Tuesday & Wednesday – Take Heat Precautions

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for much of southern New England from 11 a.m. Tuesday through 8 p.m. Wednesday. Cape Cod and the Islands are not included in the current Heat Advisory.

However, the National Weather Service's HeatRisk Forecast indicates moderate to major heat-related impacts across Cape Cod Tuesday and Wednesday. Hot temperatures and high humidity can increase the risk of heat-related illness, especially for older adults, young children, people with chronic medical conditions, outdoor workers, and those without access to air conditioning.

💧 Stay hydrated.
🏠 Spend time in air-conditioned spaces whenever possible.
☀️ Limit strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day.
👕 Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
❤️ Check on family members, neighbors, and others who may be vulnerable to the heat.
🚗 Never leave children or pets unattended in a parked vehicle.

📍 Cooling Center Open in Bourne

The Bourne Police Department will open a cooling center:

🗓 Tuesday, July 14 & Wednesday, July 15
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

At this time, Bourne is the only Cape Cod community to announce a cooling center. Barnstable County Emergency Management will share additional cooling center information if more locations become available.

Stay informed, stay hydrated, and stay safe.

Address

3195 Main Street
Barnstable, MA
02630

Telephone

+15083756618

Website

http://www.bcrepc.org/

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