Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security

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Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security FCEM&HS coordinates county-wide emergency planning, training, warning, response & recovery. For emergencies call 911. See About for FCEM&HS comment policy.

Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security (FCEM&HS) is authorized under Chapter 5502 of the Ohio Revised Code and organized under the 1988 Countywide Agreement to coordinate countywide all-hazards emergency management and disaster preparedness functions for the 42 local government jurisdictions of Franklin County.

Franklin County residents, renters, and businesses impacted by the August severe storms can connect with recovery specia...
10/10/2026

Franklin County residents, renters, and businesses impacted by the August severe storms can connect with recovery specialists at the Disaster Recovery Center at the Reynoldsburg Community Church ✅ No appointment needed!

🔋Charge Safely! When charging on a plane, ✈️ keep portable chargers & devices on the tray table. Never charge devices in...
10/10/2026

🔋Charge Safely! When charging on a plane, ✈️ keep portable chargers & devices on the tray table. Never charge devices in overhead compartments. Keep batteries visible so the flight crew can respond quickly if a battery overheats or fails. 🛡️

Franklin County Residents, were you impacted by the August tornadoes or flooding, visit the Disaster Recovery Center for...
10/09/2026

Franklin County Residents, were you impacted by the August tornadoes or flooding, visit the Disaster Recovery Center for assistance from FEMA, SBA, and the State of Ohio. Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Road, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 No appointment needed!

🔐 Strong Passwords, Stronger Security! 💻 Create long, unique passwords for every account. Use a password manager to keep...
10/09/2026

🔐 Strong Passwords, Stronger Security! 💻 Create long, unique passwords for every account. Use a password manager to keep them secure and save yourself the hassle of remembering them all! 💾✅

⚠️Charge Safely! Charge e-bikes 🚲, scooters, & power tools outside when possible. Never block exits while charging. Th...
10/09/2026

⚠️Charge Safely! Charge e-bikes 🚲, scooters, & power tools outside when possible. Never block exits while charging. These larger batteries store more energy, and fires can spread quickly if a battery fails. Stay fire safe! 🔥More: fpw.org

🔌Charge Safely! Unplug your device once it’s fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than necessary can increase hea...
10/08/2026

🔌Charge Safely! Unplug your device once it’s fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than necessary can increase heat and stress on the battery. Charge it. Unplug it. Stay safe! 🔥
Learn more at fpw.org

🌎 The Great Central U.S. is next Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10:15 a.m.! Will you Drop, Cover & Hold On? 🛡️Join the drill and...
10/08/2026

🌎 The Great Central U.S. is next Thursday, Oct. 15 at 10:15 a.m.! Will you Drop, Cover & Hold On? 🛡️Join the drill and practice earthquake safety! Register at www.shakeout.org/centralus

Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drills help people in homes, schools, and organizations worldwide improve preparedness and practice how to be safe during earthquakes. Register to participate in your state or country's drill at www.ShakeOut.org.

🚨 Disaster Recovery Center Open🚨Residents of Franklin & Licking Counties impacted by the August storms can receive one-o...
10/08/2026

🚨 Disaster Recovery Center Open🚨
Residents of Franklin & Licking Counties impacted by the August storms can receive one-on-one assistance with individual disaster assistance applications at Reynoldsburg Community Church, 1636 Graham Rd, Reynoldsburg.

🔓 Reusing passwords puts all your accounts at risk! 🔐 Use a unique password for every account and store them securely in...
10/07/2026

🔓 Reusing passwords puts all your accounts at risk! 🔐 Use a unique password for every account and store them securely in a password manager. 🛡️Don't Make It Easy For Them!

🔥It's Fire Prevention Week! 🔥Know the warning signs! Stop using a device immediately if the battery smells unusual, feel...
10/07/2026

🔥It's Fire Prevention Week! 🔥
Know the warning signs! Stop using a device immediately if the battery smells unusual, feels hot, makes popping sounds, changes shape or color, or produces smoke. Damaged batteries can overheat & cause fires.

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Columbus, OH

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(614) 794-0213

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