Sunday, December 18, 2022, at 1:00 PM TEST of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system for cell phones conducted countywide by Scott County Emergency Management Agency.
Posted: December 14, 2022
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November 6, 2022 - Countywide Burn Ban for Scott County, Iowa, has been Lifted The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshalls Office, has determined that the danger to life and property in Scott County, Iowa, has been reduced...
Posted: October 21, 2022
Media Alert FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: BRIAN PAYNE SCOTT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY DEPUTY DIRECTOR 563.484.3056 [email protected] MEDIA ALERT Weather Siren Announcement Due to an unforeseen issue, the weather sirens in Scott County, Iowa, went off...
Posted: June 1, 2022
This press release below is the summary of today’s live press conference. To view the press conference, please click on the video link below. Video Link from Press Conference SCOTT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMISSION 1100 East 46th Street, Davenport, Iowa 52807 (563) 484-3050 Readyscottcounty...
Posted: October 4, 2021
Media Alert FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: BRIAN PAYNE SCOTT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY DEPUTY DIRECTOR 563.484.3056 [email protected] MEDIA ALERT PUBLIC COMMUNICATION ANNOUNCEMENT Press Conference Launching the Enhancements of our Alert Iowa Messaging...
Posted: October 1, 2021
The Scott County Emergency Management Agency is announcing a change to our Alert Iowa public communication tool. This system is utilized to inform our residents of emergencies such as weather or missing children (Amber Alerts). The State of Iowa has contracted a new vendor to provide this communication tool, which will significantly enhance the opportunity for the residents of Scott County and the entire state of Iowa to be notified of emergencies.
Posted: July 1, 2021
April 8, 2021 - Countywide Burn Ban for Scott County, Iowa, has been Lifted The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local Fire Chiefs and the State Fire Marshalls Office, has determined that the danger to life & property for Scott County, Iowa, has been reduced...
Posted: March 29, 2021
With the upcoming winter storm, road conditions in Scott County could vary widely and vary depending upon the storm’s track & timing. Road conditions in some locations could be EXTREMELY treacherous and hazardous, especially in the rural areas of Scott County. The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, Scott County Sheriff’s Office and the Scott County Secondary Roads recommend residents to avoid travel and outdoor activity when possible. Be especially careful on sidewalks, decks, patios, outdoor stairs, and parking lots. Exercise extreme caution if you go outside. Remember as you begin to clear snow that the surface below could be icy and slippery. Slips and falls may happen. We ask all residents within Scott County to use EXTREME caution if you have to travel out and remember that even if a roadway, sidewalk, or driveway appears to be clear, it could still be very icy. Please monitor your local news stations or the National Weather Service for weather updates and changes.
Posted: December 29, 2020
September 21, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Temporary D-SNAP Site in Scott County Scott County, Iowa – Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) is available for Scott County residents who were impacted by the derecho and subsequent power outages on August 10, 2020. Eligible families...
Posted: September 21, 2020
September 16, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEMA Opens Disaster Recovery Center in Scott County Scott County, Iowa – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Bettendorf on Thursday, September 17, 2020 to give survivors from the August 10 severe storm options to submit documents for their disaster...
Posted: September 16, 2020
September 9, 2020 12:00 PM - Countywide Burn Ban has been Rescinded for Scott County, Iowa The Scott County Emergency Management Agency, in conjunction with the local fire chiefs and the State Fire Marshall’s Office, has determined that the dangers with open burning have been reduced enough to lift...
Posted: September 3, 2020
September 3, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FEMA Individual Assistance Guidance for Scott County Residents Scott County, Iowa – Homeowners and renters in Scott County, as well as 9 additional counties in Iowa, may now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance for losses resulting from the severe storms on...
Posted: September 3, 2020
Notice: County services are open by web, email, phone, and by appointment . If planning a visit, please contact the office or department for more information about their appointment process. Visitors to County buildings are expected to wear a mask or face covering in compliance with the Governor's proclamation.
Posted: September 1, 2020
August 26, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RE: USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to Iowa Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Derecho Scott County, Iowa -- Iowa agricultural operations have been significantly impacted by the Derecho, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and...
Posted: August 26, 2020
August 21, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Scott County, Iowa -- Iowa Homeland Security and FEMA are reminding residents to beware of fraud, can sometimes be common following widespread natural disasters. Remember, FEMA never charges for services nor does it endorse any commercial business, product or...
Posted: August 21, 2020
August 18, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: 563-484-3050 Scott County, Iowa --- On Wednesday, August 17, 2020, the State of Iowa received a Presidential Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance for the severe storms last Monday, August 10, 2020. Scott County was identified as a county eligible...
Posted: August 18, 2020
August 12, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Scott County, Iowa --- In response to the severe weather event that affected Scott County and surrounding areas on Monday, August 10, 2020, Scott County Emergency Management Agency encourages individuals in need to connect with local resources for support...
Posted: August 12, 2020
August 12, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Public Information Officer – 563-484-3058 Scott County, Iowa --- On Tuesday, August 11, 2020, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Scott County and 19 other Iowa counties in response to the severe weather event that took place...
Posted: August 12, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/11/2020 - 5PM Scott County, Iowa -- Many parts of Iowa were affected by a severe storm that swept through the state Monday, causing power outages for hundreds of thousands of people. As utility crews work around the clock to restore power, residents are encouraged to take...
Posted: August 11, 2020
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 8/11/2020 - 11AM At approximately 1:00pm on Monday, August 10, 2020, severe weather with damaging gusts in excess of 90 miles per hour and sustained winds of 50+ miles per hour struck Scott County. Scott County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and Scott Emergency...
Posted: August 11, 2020