Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management & Homeland Security

09/14/2026

Ridgedale Baptist Church is hosting a First Responder Appreciation Night on Thursday, 9/17/26 from 5-8pm. There will be kids' activities, food, and music. First responder families are invited. Bring your kids for a fun time! Everything is free.

09/14/2026

In observance to National Emergency Preparedness month, Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management is holding their annual weather radio programming event with Local 3 News Meteorologist, David Karnes 3.

Thursday, September 17th 4-7 pm, several EMA officials will be on site at the Lowe's at Hamilton Place to program new weather radios (purchased inside the store) and/or check/reprogram radios.

Please share with your family and friends and come by and see us!

Remember..... severe weather can happen at a moment's notice! Be notified ahead of time might just SAVE YOUR LIFE!

09/11/2026

09/10/2026

Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026

The Hamilton County Highway Department reporting the Town of Walden will close the W Road on Sunday September 13, 2026, from 8 am to 12 pm.

This closure is scheduled for community road clean-up. Motorists should plan on using The Roberts Mill Road or Signal Mountain Blvd./ Taft Hwy to leave or access Signal Mountain during this time on Sunday.

09/10/2026

09/09/2026

🚑 WOULD YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY?

Hamilton County EMS is proud to offer First on the Scene, a FREE community training course designed to give you the skills and confidence to help during a medical emergency until first responders arrive.

📅 Saturday, October 10th OR Saturday, October 24th
⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Hamilton County EMS ATC
3916 Volunteer Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416
👥 Ages 13 and up

Participants will learn lifesaving skills including Hands-Only CPR and AED use, administering Naloxone and Epinephrine, controlling life-threatening bleeding, responding to penetrating chest trauma, moving patients to safety, and positioning injured patients.

🎓 A certificate will be provided upon completion.
👕 Casual dress | 🍪 Snacks & refreshments provided

Space is limited, so register today! Scan the QR code on the flyer for the date you would like to attend or click the links below.

October 10th: https://suite.vairkko.com/extensions/eem/Classroom_RegisterNonEmp.cfm?passphrase=CR5Q4CBH52F4SQCA585DKQR&NotEmployee=1&ilesessionID=67610
October 24th: https://suite.vairkko.com/extensions/eem/Classroom_RegisterNonEmp.cfm?passphrase=CR5Q4CBH52F4SQCA585DKQR&NotEmployee=1&ilesessionID=67611

Questions? Contact the HCEMS Training Division at 423-209-5009 or [email protected].

🚑 Learn today. Save a life tomorrow.

09/09/2026

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Hamilton County Highway Departing reporting the latest updates regarding the closure of Hickory Ridge Road between Standifer Gap Road and Birch Drive following the August 7 flash flooding.

The detour route, which will remain in place throughout the project, is attached.
After a section of Hickory Ridge Road failed, the Hamilton County Highway Department inspected the site and found significant damage to the bridge. A subsequent evaluation by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) determined the roadway could not safely remain open. Based on the condition of the structure, the Highway Department determined that bridge replacement is necessary.

The affected section of Hickory Ridge Road will remain closed while the project moves through engineering, environmental review, permitting and construction.

Survey and engineering work began September 1, with construction anticipated in 2027. Timing will depend on required approvals, fabrication, weather and environmental considerations, including the presence of protected Chickamauga crawfish.
Local emergency service agencies and school transportation officials have been notified and are adjusting operations as necessary.

We understand the inconvenience this creates for those who rely on Hickory Ridge Road and appreciate the community’s patience. Updates will be provided as the project progresses.

09/07/2026

HCOEM wishes everyone a HAPPY and SAFE LABOR DAY!

09/03/2026

Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026

The National Weather Service in Morristown, TN reporting HOT AND HUMID conditions through Saturday. A few strong to severe storms Friday and Saturday.

Heat Advisory in effect for most areas through Friday 8 PM EDT. We will see temperatures in the upper 90s, with heat indices in the low 100s for the next several days.

Isolated storms are possible Friday afternoon and evening. There is a low chance a storm becomes strong to severe, mainly across northeast TN and southwest VA.

Scattered storms are expected Saturday afternoon & evening. The chance for a few strong to severe storms looks to be slightly more favorable during this time.

09/03/2026

Soddy Daisy Drowning