Region13 Southwestern PA Emergency Response Group

04/21/2026

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📢EXTENDED: Call for Speakers Deadline Now May 6!

Due to an overwhelming number of requests for additional time and our commitment to featuring the "best of the best" in the industry, we are officially extending the submission deadline for the 9th Annual Pennsylvania Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security Conference.

We are looking for dynamic subject matter experts to lead 60-minute breakout sessions that align with this year’s theme: "Strengthening Connections, Assessing the Threats of Tomorrow." Help us shape the future of safety and resilience by sharing your expertise in:
🤖 AI in Emergency Preparedness
🛡️ Cybersecurity
🤝 Volunteer Engagement
💡 Practical solutions for first responders and healthcare disaster professionals

Don’t miss your opportunity to take the stage this September and present before 300+ of your peers from across the Commonwealth.

🗓️ New Submission Deadline: May 6, 2026
🔗 Submit your proposal here: www.KEMAConference.com/call-for-speakers

04/17/2026

Fri Jul 17, 2026 @ 300 Fraser Purchase Road, Latrobe PA 15650

04/17/2026

NOTICE: Effective April 16, 2026, FEMA has restored access to its Independent Study.
These courses are typically inaccessible during a lapse in appropriations, but FEMA is facing unprecedented circumstances. Users may now register for and complete these self-guided courses. However, FEMA's staffing and operations are still impacted by the lapse in appropriations. If users experience technical problems, FEMA staff are unable to provide assistance at this time.

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03/06/2026

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Saturday's severe potential remains a level 2 of 5 as storms are expected late afternoon and evening. All modes of severe weather will be possible: Strong damaging wind, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

03/06/2026

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This winter has felt especially long. Feeling out of sorts? You're not alone.

01/22/2026

⚠️ 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗠 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 - Sat Night - Mon Morning
We're still 2.5 days out from onset, but the probability of significant impacts in our area from a Winter Storm Saturday night through early Monday is increasing. A Winter Storm WATCH has been issued for our entire forecast area. More details to come...

10/06/2025

This , be aware of home fire hazards and how to keep everyone cozy and safe.

🕯️ Blow out candles before leaving the room.
🍳 Stay in the kitchen while making food.
📲 Call a pro right away for service if you notice heating issues.
🔥 Never leave a burning fire in the fireplace unattended.
🧺 If clothes start taking longer to dry, clean the vent pipe.
✋ Give space heaters space and plug them directly into the power source.

09/11/2025

09/04/2025

After a morning wave of showers with low probability lightning, a second line of showers/thunderstorms may develop this afternoon that could pose a damaging wind risk IF enough heating can occur. Areas southeast of Pittsburgh are more likely to be impacted, with timing favoring 2pm-6pm.

08/10/2025

While we are not expecting ideal conditions for wildfire spread over the next couple of days, the lack of rain recently is leading to drier ground conditions. A local brush fire could easily be sparked by certain outdoor activities. Be safe and help prevent fires!