Camden County, MO Emergency Management Agency

11/11/2026

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you all for your service, one day simply isn’t enough to express our gratitude!

11/06/2026

Please help our Community Emergency Response Team with a good and worthy cause!

Many people in our area struggle with basic items, especially this time of year with the holidays upon us. Our Camdenton Chapter is conducting our annual food drive. Beginning now and running through December 11th we are collecting food an monetary donations. We accept any labeled canned food, boxed food item, or monetary donations. Donations can be dropped off at the Camden County Emergency Management Agency Office located at 12 VFW rd Camdenton. Please help us help those in need!

11/03/2026

Severe weather will be possible tonight into tomorrow morning with a line of thunderstorms moving through from west to east. The primary hazards will be damaging wind gusts and brief tornadoes. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings during this overnight threat.

11/02/2026

Our area is looking at a slight chance for severe weather today through tomorrow. Although the chance is slight, please take the necessary precautions and monitor closely. Events this year have proven that we should pay attention to the weather.

10/24/2026

We hope everyone can come see EMA, Camden County Sheriff’s Office, and Lake of the Ozarks Cert at the Linn Creek Trunk or Treat tonight

10/21/2026

🚧 Road Closure Notice – Possum Hollow Drive 🚧

Starting Monday, October 26, Possum Hollow Drive will be closed to through traffic while Camden County Road & Bridge replaces the existing low water crossing.

The closure is expected to last approximately 2-3 weeks, weather and construction conditions permitting.

We understand this may cause inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we complete these improvements. The new crossing will provide a safer and more reliable roadway for residents and visitors.

Please plan alternate routes during this time and use caution around the work zone.

If you have any questions or concerns please call 573-346-4471 or email [email protected]

09/17/2026

We are aware of and continue to receive reports of minor to moderate damage around the lake area. At this time, and, after speaking with the National Weather Service there is no indication that a tornado touched down in our area. It is believed that strong straight line winds and hail caused the damage. If your home or business suffered any structural damage please let us know.

09/16/2026

Our thunderstorm has been extended to 5:45 p.m.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Springfield MO
511 PM CDT Wed Sep 16 2026

The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Central Camden County in central Missouri...

* Until 545 PM CDT.

* At 511 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Osage Beach,
moving north at 15 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Lake of The Ozarks, Lake of The Ozarks State Park, Osage Beach, Sunrise Beach, Linn Creek, Old Linn Creek, and Green Bay Terrace.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

09/16/2026

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 5:15p.m. and may be extended.

09/14/2026

As most are aware, Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest begins this week. Bikefest runs September 15th through the 20th. The entire lake area will be inundated with thousands of motorcycles and many have already began to arrive. Please watch for motorcycles while driving. As they say, look twice, save a life!