Etowah County EMA

Prepared Together.
Ready for Anything.

Emergency Alerts

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Shelter Etowah

Shelter locations & current information

Resources

Plans, kits, checklists, and safety tips

Latest News

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EMA Participation

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Our Mission

Etowah County EMA

The Etowah County Emergency Management Agency is committed to serving and protecting our community by working alongside residents, first responders, local governments, schools, businesses, and community organizations to prepare for emergencies, respond effectively to disasters, and support recovery.

Programs & Community Coordination

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

Bringing government, industry, emergency services & the public together to identify hazards, strengthen plans & improve.

Etowah County VOAD

Connecting organizations that help meet community needs before, during and after a disaster, communication, cooperation, coordination and collaboration.

Community Outreach

Providing preparedness education, presentations and resources for schools, businesses, civic groups and community events.

Gadsden Amateur Radio Club - K4JMC

Supporting emergency communications and public service when normal systems are overloaded or unavailable.

Resources & Public Information

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Weather Information

Latest News & Updates

AWR-331 Winter Weather Hazards: Science and Preparedness

September 3, 2026

The Etowah County EMA will be hosting a Winter Weather Hazards Science...

See the EMA At Events!

August 7, 2026

Deputy Director Keshawn Long Southside...

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Etowah County Emergency Management Agency️ 8 hours ago

We will be conducting a TEST of the outdoor warning sirens today at 4:00pm. This is only a TEST.

We will be conducting a TEST of the outdoor warning...

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