Centre County Emergency Management

10/16/2026

Tomorrow won't be a washout, but most locations will have a brief (15-30 minute) window of heavy rain and gusty winds as a line of storms moves through.

10/07/2026

🚨Please review this post for the most up-to-date information and details regarding these closures.

🚨Updated Information🚨
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Jacksonville Road & I-80 Closures

PennDOT’s contractor will have several closures related to the I-80/I-99 High-Speed Interchange Project.

📅 Thursday, October 8
• Jacksonville Road will be closed between Forest Avenue and I-80 westbound from 6 AM–4 PM for bridge beam placement.
•I-80 westbound off-ramp at Exit 161/Bellefonte: Closed. Traffic will continue to Exit 158/Milesburg and follow I-80 eastbound to Exit 161.
•I-99 northbound traffic toward I-80 westbound: Detoured via I-80 eastbound to Exit 163/Jacksonville-Howard, then back to I-80 westbound.

📅 Beginning Monday, October 12
•I-80 eastbound on-ramp at Exit 161/Bellefonte: Closed.
•I-99 traffic heading to I-80 eastbound will use Jacksonville Road and follow the posted detour.
•These closures are expected to remain in place through the end of October.

💥 Blasting: Rolling traffic slowdowns of 15 minutes or less are expected during the week of October 12. These brief stoppages will allow crews to safely complete excavation.

⚠️ Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all posted detours and traffic-control devices.

10/05/2026

🚨Updated Information🚨
🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT: Jacksonville Road & I-80 Closures

PennDOT’s contractor will have several closures related to the I-80/I-99 High-Speed Interchange Project.

📅 Thursday, October 8
• Jacksonville Road will be closed between Forest Avenue and I-80 westbound from 6 AM–4 PM for bridge beam placement.
•I-80 westbound off-ramp at Exit 161/Bellefonte: Closed. Traffic will continue to Exit 158/Milesburg and follow I-80 eastbound to Exit 161.
•I-99 northbound traffic toward I-80 westbound: Detoured via I-80 eastbound to Exit 163/Jacksonville-Howard, then back to I-80 westbound.

📅 Beginning Monday, October 12
•I-80 eastbound on-ramp at Exit 161/Bellefonte: Closed.
•I-99 traffic heading to I-80 eastbound will use Jacksonville Road and follow the posted detour.
•These closures are expected to remain in place through the end of October.

💥 Blasting: Rolling traffic slowdowns of 15 minutes or less are expected during the week of October 12. These brief stoppages will allow crews to safely complete excavation.

⚠️ Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and follow all posted detours and traffic-control devices.

10/02/2026

****Traffic alert****

This weekend there will be multiple events taking place in the Township where heavy traffic is expected.

On Saturday the 3rd and Sunday the 4th from 11a-5p, an event will be taking place in the Axemann industrial complex where heavy traffic is expected. Both vehicular and pedestrian traffic is expected. STPD will be monitoring the area as well as deploying extra electronic signage to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable day.

Also on Saturday, a car show will be taking place at CPI on Harrison Road. Please also be alert while in this area to ensure that everyone can enjoy the event safely. STPD will also be present at this event.

10/01/2026

🚧 I-99 Construction Begins Monday, October 5

PennDOT will begin work to rehabilitate concrete pavement and bridge approach slabs along Interstate 99 between mile markers 58 and Exit 80/Harrison Road.

📅 Starting Monday, October 5
🌙 7:00 PM–6:00 AM
🚗 Southbound I-99: Expect short-term, single-lane closures.

The closures are expected to transition to northbound lanes in a few weeks, with construction continuing through Thanksgiving.

Drivers are reminded to:
• Slow down and use caution in work zones
• Follow posted speed limits and work zone signs
• Allow extra travel time
• Always buckle up

Construction will include paving, concrete patching, bridge deck repairs, crack sealing, line painting and other improvements. The overall project is expected to continue through November 2027.

⚠️ Schedules are subject to change due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

09/24/2026

📣Financial Assistance Available for Sept. 2–3 Storm Damage

Financial assistance is now available for individuals, families, homeowners, renters, and businesses affected by the Sept. 2–3, 2026, severe storms and flash flooding in Northern Pennsylvania.

SBA Disaster Loans
Low-interest SBA disaster loans are available for eligible homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofits with storm-related damage.

Homeowners: Up to $500,000 for primary home repairs
Homeowners/renters: Up to $100,000 for personal property
Businesses/private nonprofits: Up to $2 million for eligible disaster losses
Repayment terms may extend up to 30 years
Physical damage application deadline: Nov. 23, 2026

📍 SBA DISASTER LOAN OUTREACH CENTERS
People can visit any of the following locations for in-person assistance. Visiting a center is not required to apply.

Clinton County
📍 Red Eye Center
516 ½ Canal St., Flemington, PA 17745
Opens: Sept. 25 at 10 AM
Hours: Mon.–Fri., 9 AM–6 PM | Sat., 9 AM–1 PM
Closed Sunday
Closes: Oct. 8 at 5 PM

Lycoming County
📍 Woodward Township Municipal Building
89 Moore Rd. Ext., Suite 1, Linden, PA 17744
Opens: Sept. 25 at 10 AM
Hours: Mon.–Fri., 9 AM–6 PM | Sat., 9 AM–1 PM
Closed Sunday
Closes: Oct. 8 at 5 PM

Commonwealth DRAP Grants
The Pennsylvania Disaster Recovery Assistance Program (DRAP) will open Sept. 25 for eligible homeowners and renters in participating municipalities.

Eligible households may receive up to $20,000 for:
• Home repairs
• Temporary housing or rental expenses
• Essential personal property

DRAP is intended for lower-income households that are uninsured or underinsured and have not received other assistance.

DRAP application deadline: Dec. 24, 2026

For more information and to see if you qualify, visit pa.gov/ready/drap.

SBA assistance is available under Pennsylvania Disaster Number PA-20044. For assistance, call 1-800-659-2955 or email [email protected].

09/22/2026

💉Upcoming vaccination clinics:

09/19/2026

Rain will increase in coverage tonight, with the heaviest expected to fall over northern PA. Most areas will see 0.25-0.75" of rain through tomorrow evening, though a few locations could see rainfall amounts exceed 1 inch.

09/18/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC SAFETY/EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS 🚨

Think you have what it takes to lead the team behind the headsets? 🎧

Centre County 9-1-1 is seeking its next Director of Public Safety/Emergency Communications. Someone who is ready to lead the people, technology, and operations that keep our 9-1-1 center running 24/7.

If you:

✅ Have a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, management, community planning, communications, or another related field
✅ Have computer training and telecommunication skills
✅ Have 5 years of work experience, preferably in communications and/or with a government agency
✅ Have at least 2–3 years of supervisory management experience
✅ Can lead a team in a fast-paced public safety environment
✅Reside in Centre County OR a radius of 45 minutes response to the facility, following posted speed limits. This will be determined using www.google.com/maps
✅ Are ready to help guide the future of emergency communications in Centre County

…then this might be your call. 📞

Centre County 9-1-1 is the primary point of contact for police, fire, and EMS assistance throughout the county, using modern radio, telephone, and mapping systems to get the right resources where they’re needed.

📍 Centre County 9-1-1
Willowbank Building — Bellefonte, PA
🕒 Full-Time Leadership Position
🎧 Emergency Communications / 9-1-1
💲 Salary Grade: 20 - $41.11-$57.56/hour

We’re looking for someone who can lead from the front, support the people behind the consoles, keep an eye on the technology that keeps everything connected, and help guide Centre County 9-1-1 into the future.

Think you’re ready to answer this call?

👉 Apply here:
https://ccpa.recruiting.pdsvista.com/view/2026-245P423

📄 Paper Application: https://tinyurl.com/4vw42zbn

📞 Questions? Contact Centre County HR at 814-355-6748

Know an experienced 9-1-1 leader who would be a great fit? Tag them below or share this post! 👇

09/18/2026

We will be hosting a measles (MMR) vaccination clinic in our social hall sponsored by the PA Department of Health on September 22. This clinic will provide free measles (MMR) vaccine to any person in attendance. You are welcome to walk in without an appointment, although it is preferred that you call to schedule in advance.