Washington County IL Emergency Management Agency

05/26/2026

Please be aware that the RailRoad Crossing in Radom is being replaced this week. Barring any unforeseen delays, it is expected to resume operation on Saturday morning. Unfortunately, we were only notified today and apologize for the late notice.

05/05/2026

Update! The phones are back up and running.

All Washington county offices are experiencing phone issues due to a data center outage.

05/03/2026

🎃🐾 HOWL-O-WEEN IN MAY is Almost Here! 🐾🎃

We’re just ONE WEEK away from a spooktacular night of trivia, costumes, and fun — all to benefit the Washington County Animal Shelter! 🐶🐱 👻

We already have 12 teams signed up… and we’re aiming for at least 15! Don’t miss your chance to grab a table and join the fun!

🧠 Trivia
🎃 Costumes encouraged
🏆 Prize for best decorated table
🎟 Silent auction & 50/50 drawing
📅 Saturday, May 9th, 2026
📍 Hoyleton Community Club
⏰ Doors open at 6PM | Trivia starts at 7PM
💲 $80 per table (up to 8 people)

Bring your friends, dress up, and help support our furry friends in need ❤️🐾
📞 Reserve your table now before we fill up! Mary Schaeffer: 618-713-5240

05/01/2026

🐝 ‘Tis the season to see bees in strange places! They’re just visiting, they’ll move on when they’re ready. Downtown Nashville across from the courthouse be on the look out.

04/27/2026

A Tornado Watch has been issued until 9PM. Be prepared to take action if a warning is issued for your area.

04/27/2026

‼️🚨‼️ stay aware of conditions outside today! We’re now under a tornado watch until 9PM.
We’re hoping all the preparations made to handle this storm will not be needed however, we’re ready if we need to be!
Generator ✅
Mobile command center ✅
Weather radio ✅
And now we wait.

A Tornado Watch has been issued until 9PM. Be prepared to take action if a warning is issued for your area.

04/26/2026

Everyone has heard the buzz about the incoming storms by now. It’s spring in Southern Illinois, I don’t get too excited until we’re close to the expected event. But here we are one day away: The NWS shared updated information this morning shown below. Please be prepared, and aware of the weather Monday evening. Sometime between 6-9 strong storms are expected to roll into our area. Hail, strong wind, possibly flooding, tornados, you name it this storm has been predicted to provide it.
Have a plan in place, know your shelter space and stay safe!

04/17/2026

Please be weather aware! We’re under a tornado watch until 11 pm.

11/19/2025

Until further notice the people withing the marked area on the map are in a Water Boil order. Details are at this link

https://washingtoncountywaterco.com/news-detail?item_id=39471&fbclid=IwY2xjawOK_bdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9e64AvOQyXli26UuIU6wbAdUt29jU5LcY64KN6oOrbPhDZYs7rbnVmTWSTw_aem_IdL6tnbw-va2xZyzrEIpBA

11/14/2025

We’re Hiring! For an Environmental Health Practitioner!

If you’re interested in joining our team, please complete our application for employment and return it with all necessary documents. Applications can be submitted in person during our regular business hours, or via email (list below)