Franklin County Emergency Management & Homeland Security
 

Severe Weather

Severe weather can strike at any time and in any location, often with little to no warning. Being prepared in advance can make all the difference in ensuring your safety and that of your loved ones.The best time to prepare for severe weather is before it happens. Know Your Risk, Have a Plan, Build a Kit and Stay Informed.  

Learn How To Stay Safe

 

Franklin County Hazards - Tornadoes

Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of air that extend from a thunderstorm to the ground. Tornadoes can destroy buildings, flip cars, and create deadly flying debris. Tornadoes can happen at anytime, anywhere and at anytime of the year. 

Learn More About Tornado Safety
 

FCReady Emergency Alerts

FCReady is a text only message alert system that provides emergency information to residents and visitors in Franklin County. A profile is not required and personal information is not collected.  

Stay Informed - Text FCReady to 888777 
 

 

Franklin County Hazards - Flooding

Flooding occurs when water accumulates on normally dry land, often due to heavy rains, rapid snowmelt, or infrastructure failures like dam or levee breaches. Flooding can occur suddenly or gradually and cause significant damage.  Flooding is the most frequent natural disaster and pose the greatest risk in Franklin County, with flash floods being particularly dangerous due to their swift onset and destructive force.

Learn More About Flood Safety

 Text FCReady to 888777 for Countywide Emergency Management Alerts

Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security (FCEM&HS)

FCEM&HS coordinates and prepares for all-hazards disaster planning, education, warning, response, and recovery efforts in order to prepare and protect the citizens of Franklin County before, during, and after natural and man-made disasters.