Emergency Management Division Lancaster County Department of Public Safety

10/31/2026

⚠️🚨 **PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT** 🚨⚠️

Blue Rock Fire Rescue and mutual aid partners are responding to a brush fire near Observation Site Road.

🚒 Crews are using drones to locate spot fires. Please avoid the area and do not fly drones near the incident.

📢 Direct all questions to the Blue Rock Fire Rescue PIO.

Thank you for your cooperation!

10/21/2026

This is how to keep yourself safe on the internet: be cautious with links, keep your passwords strong, turn on extra security features, and stay informed. Cyber safety starts with you!

10/15/2026

It’s ShakeOut Day! Join us today at 10:15 a.m. local time for the 2026 Great ShakeOut. Millions across the nation are practicing “Drop, Cover, and Hold On”, a simple action that can help reduce injuries during an earthquake.

Take a moment today to practice and stay prepared!

Check out this link for more tips: https://www.ready.gov/earthquakes

10/08/2026

While the forecast may change, people along the central Gulf Coast could see heavy rain and flash flooding. Are you ready?
- Know where to go if it floods.
- Stock water, food, medications, and essentials.
- Store documents safely.
- Turn on alerts.
Ready.gov/floods

10/06/2026

Emergency Kits for All: Think beyond the basics. Explore accessible preparedness tips that ensure people with disabilities have what they need to stay safe, confident, and ready.

For more tips got to: https://www.ready.gov/people-disabilities

09/22/2026

Fall into preparedness this season. Take a moment to check your emergency kit and refresh any supplies. A little preparation now makes a big difference later.🍁🍂

For more information go to: www.ready.gov

09/18/2026

Your pets are part of your family, so make sure they’re protected. Putting together a pet emergency kit ensures your furry loved ones have what they need when the unexpected happens.

A little preparation today can keep them safe tomorrow. Start building your pet emergency kit now and be ready for anything! 🐾

09/11/2026

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11th, 2001, and honor the bravery of the first responders, families, and communities who showed extraordinary strength in the face of tragedy.

Lancaster County, held a 9/11 remembrance ceremony, reflecting on the resilience, unity, and compassion that emerged in the days and years that followed. May we continue to carry that spirit forward.

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

During this week of Preparedness Month, we’re focusing on battery checks from smoke detectors to flashlights. A simple check can make all the difference. You never know when you’ll need some light, so stay ready and stay safe! 🔦