Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency

06/01/2026

Hurricane season is officially here. Take a few minutes to check your emergency supplies, review your family’s safety plan, and stay informed throughout the season. Preparation now can make all the difference later. Safety Starts Now!

05/28/2026

Share wildfire safety tips with friends and family. Awareness saves lives!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

05/22/2026

The Rhode Island Summer of Soccer is quickly approaching as our neighbors in Massachusetts prepare to host upcoming FIFA World Cup matches at Boston Stadium. Beginning June 11, Providence will host a FIFA Fan Zone, along with the opening of PUMA’s House of Portugal at Waterplace Park Pavilion. Rhode Island can expect an increase in visitor and fan activity throughout these events.

For more information on soccer events taking place across the state, visit https://www.goprovidence.com/rhode-island-summer-of-soccer/

05/22/2026

During National EMS Week, we recognize and thank the dedicated Emergency Medical Services professionals who are always ready to respond.

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

A lot of us will be outdoors a lot this Memorial Day Weekend, so it will be even more important to remember: Thunderstorms can produce deadly lightning strikes up to 10 miles away. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/safety/lightning

05/20/2026

Isolated severe thunderstorms are expected across portions of Rhode Island today from 2–8 PM. Storms may produce damaging winds, frequent lightning, heavy rain, and localized flooding. Stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive warnings, and seek shelter indoors if storms approach.

05/20/2026

🫠 You don’t have to wait for a heat wave to arrive to begin protecting yourself. Here are some tips to prepare for extreme heat before the summer season begins.

For more safety tips visit weather.gov/heat.