The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) reports today that first responders and emergency management staff has turned their focus to assessing and responding to impacts from the storm that hit Rhode Island this week.
"We'd like to thank all Rhode Islanders, municipalities, and...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) announces that the following emergency shelters will be available to Rhode Islanders who may need to leave their home:
• Barrington; Primrose High School; opens at 7 p.m., Sunday
• Coventry; Coventry High School; opens a 4 p.m., Sunday
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The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) announces that Rhode Islanders who want to enroll in the state's Special Needs Emergency Registry and do not have access to a computer can call 211 to enroll. To register online, visit www.health.ri.gov/emregistry
RIEMA and the Rhode Island...
High Wind Warning
• National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a high wind warning from 0600 Monday to 0600 Tuesday for all of Rhode Island.
• Winds of 35 – 45 mph with gusts of up to 70 mph are expected with the strongest winds predicted for Monday.
• Results of high wind can include...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) strongly recommends that all Rhode Islanders continue preparedness efforts for Hurricane Sandy. Currently, the storm is predicted to make landfall south of New England; however, Rhode Island is expected to have extended periods of heavy rains,...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) continues to closely monitor the path and potential impacts of Hurricane Sandy. RIEMA is providing regular updates to local emergency managers, other state agencies, and community partners.
"Now is a great time to check your emergency kit,"...
The National Weather Service (NWS) and the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) is closely monitoring the development of Hurricane Sandy. The exact track and impacts of this storm are not certain at this time. We do know that whatever track this storm takes, it will cause dangerous...
