The Choctaw Nation Emergency Management Department prepares for, responds to, recovers from and mitigates against disasters and emergencies.
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Emergency Management Program strives to protect the public within the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma through preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities. The department maintains the Tribal Emergency Operations Center which serves as a command center for reporting emergencies and coordinating our response activities. The EM Department delivers service to
06/01/2026
Summer brings sunshine and recreation, but also the risk of extreme heat, posing significant health dangers, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and individuals with pre-existing medical conditions. Implementing preventive measures can ensure safety and well-being during periods of high temperatures.
05/25/2026
On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We are forever grateful for their scarifice, courage, and dedication to protecting our freedom. You will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸
Severe Thunderstorm Warning for McCurtain County until 7:15am CDT.
Flood Warning for Latimer County until 3:30pm CDT Friday.
Flash Flood Warning for Latimer County until 9:30am CDT Friday.
Flash Flood Warning for Latimer County until 7:30am CDT Friday.
Flash Flood Warning for Hughes County until 5:45pm CDT Thursday.
05/19/2026
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Emergency Management Continuity of Operations Specialist, Amber Gammon, received the Associate of the Quarter Award for the Executive Branch. She is an amazing team member and asset to our department. Always willing to go out of her way to help anyone.
Flash Flood Warning for Pittsburg County until 1:30pm CDT Tuesday.
05/19/2026
Forecast from Perry Weather:
Weather Aware Day!!
Tuesday - There is a 70% chance of light, scattered showers with a 30% chance of pop-up thunderstorms before 11am. After 11am, a line of strong to potentially severe thunderstorms will move in from the northwest, bringing a 70% chance of widespread rain and frequent lightning through 6pm. Then, from 6pm to midnight, mostly dry conditions are expected.
Wednesday - There is a 40% chance of pop-up showers and thunderstorms through the early morning before 1pm. After 1pm, there is a 70% chance of pop-up showers and thunderstorms through 10pm, followed by a 20% chance of trailing showers through midnight.
Graphics from NWS Norman, Tulsa, & Shreveport