OEMC had a great time at National Night Out yesterday with our public safety partners across @chicago-city.bsky.social. Thank you to everyone in the community who came out and we look forward to seeing you next year!
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We are excited to join our public safety partners at the Chicago Police Department to celebrate National Night Out 2026! Our OEMC team will be out at the below locations and we can't wait to see you there!
Was your home, business, or community damaged by the severe storms from July 27, 2026? The City of Chicago is asking residents to submit this Damage Assessment Survey. The objective of is to help State and local officials get a better picture of damage. survey123.arcgis.com/share/56bafe...
Remember to follow these 3 simple steps for flash flood safety! Chicago is under a Flood Advisory until at least 5:15pm.
Flash flooding can get dangerous very quickly! Remember these tips if flood waters start to rise in your community.
Periods of rain, heavy at times and perhaps a couple thunderstorms, will move across the area through this evening. Heavy downpours may lead to localized flooding. If you're heading out to @lollapalooza or other outdoor events we have a few flood safety tips for you. #chicago
Don't get stuck in traffic and miss all the music! Alvin has all the public transit alternatives you can use to get to Lollapalooza. https://youtu.be/ueQM4ltaNXI
Getting to Lollapalooza
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Before heading out this weekend, make sure you download the OEMC Chicago App for weather forecasts, safety tips, air quality, emergency alerts and more.
A big congrats and thank you to our summer interns! They spent the last six weeks learning all about OEMC and how to be prepared. Great job and good luck!
If you're heading to @Lollapalooza or another event in #Chicago this weekend, remember to report suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1.
If your home or business was damaged by flooding during yesterday's storms, make sure you fill out the Self-Assessment Survey! This will help state leaders pursue funding options for those in need. Visit https://arcg.is/1yGK1H3
The 3-1-1 app is a great way to report issues to the city, including flooding. You can download it for free in the App Store or Google Play.
Don't forget there are multiple ways to report storm damage and flooding to 3-1-1! If you don't have time to call, just visit 311.chicago.gov or download the CHI311 app to make a report.
Following a mostly cloudy, more humid, but still seasonably cool day today, a hot & very humid air mass will arrive on Sunday. With the heat & humidity will also come chances for t-storms (including some that may be severe) at times late Sun thru Mon evening.
It's another hot one today. Make sure you follow Ironheart's tips for staying cool. https://youtu.be/_wALgeohDl4
Beat the Heat with Ironheart
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The Air Quality Alert in Chicago has now been extended through Saturday. Active children, adults and those with pulmonary or respiratory disease such as asthma should continue to limit prolonged outdoor activity.
La calidad del aire en Chicago se mantiene en la categoría peligrosa, lo que implica un alto riesgo para la salud de toda la población. Se recomienda limitar las actividades al aire libre. Para más información sobre la calidad del aire, visita: chicago.gov/OpenAirChicago + AirNow.gov
Air Quality Alert for Friday, July 17: Air quality has reached emergency levels, increasing health risks for everyone. Limiting outdoor activity is strongly advised. Wear a properly fitting N95 or KN95 mask if you must be outside. For updates and guidance: chicago.gov/OpenAirChicago and AirNow.gov
Update: Chicago is still experiencing "Hazardous" air quality. Please continue to take precautions - stay indoors or, if you need to be outside, wear an N95 or KN95 mask. Continue to follow @chicagooemc.bsky.social & @cdph.bsky.social and download the Chicago OEMC app for updates & alerts.
Chicago DOE@chicagodoe.bsky.social · 3w agoDue to wildfire smoke from Canada, Chicago's air quality is currently rated as "Hazardous" in many areas of the city. We are also facing hot, humid temperatures, increasing the health risk. Avoid outdoor activities and follow @chicagooemc.bsky.social & @cdph.bsky.social for updates.
A big THANK YOU to the Salvation Army for donating masks during this Air Quality Alert. The masks are being used to keep City of Chicago employees and residents safe. They're also available to residents at Ward offices and Cooling Centers.
ATTENTION CHICAGO: Dangerous air quality and heat conditions will be in effect over the next few days. I urge everyone to take precautions: limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check in on our children, pregnant residents, seniors, and those with heart or lung conditions.
Chicago: TOMORROW, 7/17 again will be hot + air quality will be unhealthy for everyone. https://chi.gov/4f69pmC Chicagoans are advised: take precautions to limit your time outside, avoid strenuous activity when outdoors, and seek medical attention if health complications arise.
Wildfire smoke is impacting air quality across much of the Great Lakes region into the Northeast U.S. Poor air quality can be hazardous to anyone. Before spending time outdoors, check the air quality forecast to ensure that you aren’t doing yourself more harm than good. airnow.gov
The air quality has gotten much worse throughout the day. Do NOT go outside and stay indoors! If you or someone you know needs medical attention, call 911 immediately.
@chicagooemc.bsky.social · 3w agoThe air in Chicago is officially at Hazardous levels. This means everyone should stay indoors and limit outdoor activity. If you or someone you know needs medical attention because of the air, call 911 immediately.
Due to wildfire smoke from Canada, Chicago's air quality is currently rated as "Hazardous" in many areas of the city. We are also facing hot, humid temperatures, increasing the health risk. Avoid outdoor activities and follow @chicagooemc.bsky.social & @cdph.bsky.social for updates.
The air in Chicago is officially at Hazardous levels. This means everyone should stay indoors and limit outdoor activity. If you or someone you know needs medical attention because of the air, call 911 immediately.
The air quality in Chicago is already Very Unhealthy! Take all precautions to keep you, your family, and community safe today by checking in on people and limiting outdoor activity.
An Air Quality Alert impacting Chicago is in effect until at least midnight tonight. Take precautions from @cdph.bsky.social and limit outdoor activity today: chi.gov/4f69pmC
An Air Quality Alert has been issued in Chicago. If you have trouble breathing, stay inside when you can and wear a mask if you must go outside. To get the latest information on our current air quality levels, you can visit airnow.gov
The U.S. Small Business Administration has established Disaster Loan Outreach Centers for those impacted by the severe storms on June 10, June 11, and June 17. The Chicago locations will be at the Pullman and Thurgood Marshall branches of the Chicago Public Library.
