Eau Claire County Emergency Management

Eau Claire County Emergency Management Welcome to the official page for the Eau Claire County Office of Emergency Management.

Eau Claire County Emergency Management engages the whole community in assessing needs and developing strategies to achieve stronger preparedness, prevention, response, and mitigation capabilities within the Eau Claire County Area. Our office supports first responders, including fire, law enforcement, and emergency medical services in emergencies and disasters. We are also responsible for facilitat

ing the coordination of resources from Local and State partners, community-based organizations, and faith-based organizations to provide community members with relief and supplies in an emergency or disaster. Our office is available to assist when needed; and we are on-call 24/7/365!

06/05/2026

đŸ© Happy National Donut Day! đŸ©

Today is the perfect reminder that life is better with a little sweetness
 and that preparedness should never be glazed over. 😉

Donut forget—emergencies don’t wait for a convenient time (or coffee and donuts). That’s why a little planning goes a long way:
✔ Know your alerts and warnings
✔ Have a kit ready
✔ Make a family communication plan
✔ And always keep calm when things get a little “crumby”

So enjoy your donut today, but take a moment to think ahead too. Because preparedness is always in good taste.

Stay safe. Stay ready. Donut forget preparedness. đŸ§°đŸ©

Happy National Hug Your Cat Day! đŸŸđŸ’›Today we celebrate our favorite furry “emotional support emergency managers”
 even wh...
06/04/2026

Happy National Hug Your Cat Day! đŸŸđŸ’›

Today we celebrate our favorite furry “emotional support emergency managers”
 even when they remind us who’s really in charge of the household response plan. đŸ˜Œ

Because let’s be honest—hugging a cat is always a calculated risk incident:

Step 1: Approach with confidence
Step 2: Ignore warning tail flicks
Step 3: Receive “unscheduled feedback” (a.k.a. scratches)
Step 4: Apply Band-Aids and reassess your preparedness strategy

In emergency management, we always say: plan for the unexpected.
Cats just make sure we practice it daily. 😅

So today, give your cat some love
 cautiously
 and maybe keep the Band-Aids within your go-kit.

Stay prepared. Stay flexible. Respect the feline Incident Commander. 🐈‍⬛

From City of Eau Claire - GovernmentRoutine maintenance and intermittent testing of the outdoor siren system will be tak...
05/26/2026

From City of Eau Claire - Government
Routine maintenance and intermittent testing of the outdoor siren system will be taking place today and tomorrow.
This testing is for system maintenance purposes only. There is no emergency, and no action is required from the public.
The City appreciates residents’ understanding as this important work is completed to maintain the reliability of the region’s public safety warning systems.

Routine maintenance and intermittent testing of the outdoor siren system will be taking place today and tomorrow.
This testing is for system maintenance purposes only. There is no emergency, and no action is required from the public.
The City appreciates residents’ understanding as this important work is completed to maintain the reliability of the region’s public safety warning systems.

Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember those who have served.A Duty Officer wi...
05/25/2026

Our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember those who have served.

A Duty Officer will remain on-call for emergencies to provide continued support to our community.

During National EMS Week, we recognize the EMS professionals who answer the call—day or night—when seconds matter most.Y...
05/19/2026

During National EMS Week, we recognize the EMS professionals who answer the call—day or night—when seconds matter most.

Your compassion, skill, and dedication save lives and support our community in its most critical moments. We are grateful for your partnership and the vital role you play in emergency response.

Thank you to our local partners: Eau Claire Fire Rescue, Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service, Altoona, WI Fire Department, Township Fire Department - Eau Claire, WI, Augusta Bridge Creek Fire and Rescue

With the potential for severe weather overnight, here's some good safety tips to consider! As a reminder, outdoor warnin...
05/18/2026

With the potential for severe weather overnight, here's some good safety tips to consider! As a reminder, outdoor warning sirens are outside and not designed to be heard indoors or wake you up

The show hasn't started for the Driftless Region but it's coming! Given the late hour that the storms are expected to arrive, we want to remind you to have your safety plans in place in case you need to act quick and your cell phone volume turned UP 🔊 Stay safe tonight!

We're monitoring the potential for severe weather later today and tomorrow. Make sure to have multiple ways to get weath...
05/17/2026

We're monitoring the potential for severe weather later today and tomorrow. Make sure to have multiple ways to get weather alerts and follow US National Weather Service Twin Cities Minnesota and local media for updated weather conditions

Our streak of warmer temps and elevated fire concerns will change abruptly later this weekend as severe weather returns!...
05/15/2026

Our streak of warmer temps and elevated fire concerns will change abruptly later this weekend as severe weather returns! Stay weather-aware and monitor US National Weather Service Twin Cities Minnesota and local media for updates!

During National Police Week, we recognize and thank the law enforcement officers who serve and protect our communities e...
05/12/2026

During National Police Week, we recognize and thank the law enforcement officers who serve and protect our communities every day.

Your dedication, courage, and commitment—often in the most challenging moments—do not go unnoticed. We are proud to work alongside you in keeping our community safe.

To our local partners: thank you for your continued service and collaboration. Eau Claire County Sheriff's Office, Eau Claire Police Department, Altoona Police Department, Augusta WI Police Department, UW-Eau Claire Police, Village of Fall Creek Police Department, Fairchild Police Department

Address

721 Oxford Avenue, Rm 3344
Eau Claire, WI
54703

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17158394736

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