Jun. 1—Jonathan Warner worries about things before they happen. He even worries about things that will probably never happen. It’s all part of his job. Warner, 46, of Hartselle, is director of the Morgan County Emergency Management Agency, a job he’s held since August. Before that, Warner had been the part-time Morgan County safety coordinator […]
The European Medicines Agency’s (EMA) Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC) has advised the suspension of marketing authorisations for therapeutics containing 17-hydroxyprogesterone caproate (17-OHPC) in the European Union (EU). The recommendation follows a review that raised concerns about an as-yet unconfirmed risk of cancer in individuals exposed to 17-OHPC in the womb. The PRAC review included […]
Apr. 30—The Clark County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will have a full-scale exercise this week to “enhance preparedness and response capabilities” in the event of emergencies in the community. The event is in compliance with state mandates, and the exercise will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at the […]
EMA Director Anne Strouth briefed Ashland County commissioners about the solar eclipse day and how smoothly everything went in the county. “Thanks for inviting me to give an update on our wonderful experience that we had with the solar eclipse,” said Strouth. “No incidents occurred. There was nothing reported with injuries at the Walk-In Clinic […]
The Ohio Emergency Management Agency is warning people hit by recent storms of home repair scams. >>RELATED: Sheriff’s deputies warning of scams related to Logan County tornado damage The agency said people should be mindful and it’s not unusual for scammers to knock on doors to offer their services, a spokesperson said. “Unfortunately, there are […]
The Clark County Emergency Management Agency says it needs volunteers to help clean up tornado damage. >>PHOTOS: Sky 7 drone footage shows Clark County tornado damage The Clark County EMA said on social media that the American Regulators USA Disaster Relief Organization is hosting a “call to action” for disaster cleanup. Both organizations are working […]
Mar. 10—Several agencies participated in an emergency response exercise hosted by the Cass County Emergency Management Agency Thursday at the Logansport Utilities Wastewater Treatment Plant on Wabash Avenue. This simulated the release of chlorine from a damaged container. This was a simulation and no actual hazardous substances were used in the exercise, according to a […]
Mar. 1—Recovery efforts are underway for Clark County residents whose homes were destroyed or damaged by an EF-2 tornado early Wednesday morning. The Clark County Emergency Management Agency shared tips for the aftermath of the tornado, including rebuilding and addressing emergent needs. Anyone whose property was impacted by the tornado should contact their insurance, EMA […]
ELYRIA, OHIO (WJW) — On April 8, day will turn into night for a once-in-a-lifetime eclipse. Although it’s still more than a month away, a word of caution is being issued now by Lorain County Emergency Management: stock up on three days worth of food, fuel and water. “What we could have is crowds here […]