@JasperCountyEMA

This is the official twitter account for the Jasper County Emergency Management Agency, Newton Iowa

 1030 W 2nd St S, Newton, IA
jasperema-hls.org/
Joined October 2013
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Are you prepared for a disaster? Now is the time to get ready and make a plan, build a kit, and be aware by downloading our Jasper Ready app today.
Graphic image from Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Are you prepared for a disaster? Readyiowa.gov has more information on how to make a plan, build a kit, and be aware. Visit the website today.

ALT Graphic image from Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Are you prepared for a disaster? Readyiowa.gov has more information on how to make a plan, build a kit, and be aware. Visit the website today.

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Great safety reminder below.
Graphic image of a smoke detector. Halloween Safety Reminder. Check your smoke alarms. Make sure every smoke alarm in your home works, Keep exits clear of decorations.

ALT Graphic image of a smoke detector. Halloween Safety Reminder. Check your smoke alarms. Make sure every smoke alarm in your home works, Keep exits clear of decorations.

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Use battery operated candles or glow sticks to light up your pumpkins for the safety of trick or treaters.
Graphic from the Newton Fire Department of pumpkins carved for Halloween Safety Reminder. Light Pumpkins Safely. Use a battery-operated candle or glow stick. If you use a real candle, use extreme caution and watch children at all times.

ALT Graphic from the Newton Fire Department of pumpkins carved for Halloween Safety Reminder. Light Pumpkins Safely. Use a battery-operated candle or glow stick. If you use a real candle, use extreme caution and watch children at all times.

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Check the label for the correct height and weight instructions on your car seat and booster seats to keep your children secure and safe.
Halloween graphic covering Booster seats are for big kids by National Child Passenger Safety.

ALT Halloween graphic covering Booster seats are for big kids by National Child Passenger Safety.

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If you need help, it's only three numbers away. Please call now.
A post from Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management for getting help in Iowa. It's three numbers away. 211 for information and community resources, 988 for suicide intervention and crisis support, and 911 for emergencies.

ALT A post from Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management for getting help in Iowa. It's three numbers away. 211 for information and community resources, 988 for suicide intervention and crisis support, and 911 for emergencies.

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Jasper County Health Department - Iowa This time of year, the low sun can blind you on the road, especially at dusk. It’s tough to see oncoming traffic, field entrances or obstacles. When you can, avoid moving equipment during sunset hours to reduce risk. #AgSafeIowa
Photo during dusk over a farm field with the sunlight low and making it hard to see.

ALT Photo during dusk over a farm field with the sunlight low and making it hard to see.

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A strong password is your first defense against a cyber attack.
Image of a person looking frustrated at her laptop and worried. Don't be caught in cyber nightmare. Create a strong password to protect your accounts. Passwords should be: Unique to each account/At least 16 characters long/A random jumble of letters, numbers, and symbols.

ALT Image of a person looking frustrated at her laptop and worried. Don't be caught in cyber nightmare. Create a strong password to protect your accounts. Passwords should be: Unique to each account/At least 16 characters long/A random jumble of letters, numbers, and symbols.

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It's Cyber Security month, so take extra precautions to protect your private information.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Phishing attacks use emails, texts, and malicious websites that appear to be trusted organizations to obtain user information. Fight the phish and learn how to protect yourself! More information at Read.Iow.gov/cybersecurity

ALT October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Phishing attacks use emails, texts, and malicious websites that appear to be trusted organizations to obtain user information. Fight the phish and learn how to protect yourself! More information at Read.Iow.gov/cybersecurity

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Check out the Jasper County Resource Guide to see all the information available to you for assistance.
Graphic of two Halloween ghosts with drinks and candy around a QR Code to Check out the Jasper County Resource Guide scan here.

ALT Graphic of two Halloween ghosts with drinks and candy around a QR Code to Check out the Jasper County Resource Guide scan here.

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Be on the safe side and use battery-operated candles for your scary pumpkins this year.
Graphic with a pumpkin and battery operated candle. Use flashlights or battery-operated candles for Halloween decorations.

ALT Graphic with a pumpkin and battery operated candle. Use flashlights or battery-operated candles for Halloween decorations.

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Visit here for more information jasperema-hls.org/page/ems/
Jasper County EMA post regarding the Board of Supervisors approving the membership structure for the EMS Advisory Committee. Visit https://jasperema-hls.org/page/ems/ for more information.

ALT Jasper County EMA post regarding the Board of Supervisors approving the membership structure for the EMS Advisory Committee. Visit https://jasperema-hls.org/page/ems/ for more information.

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Are you using the correct charger for your device? It's always the best bet and helps prevent a potential fire.
Graphic of a bad charging cord which is frayed and can potentially start a fire. Cheap Charger? Don't Chance It. Always use the charger which comes with your device.

ALT Graphic of a bad charging cord which is frayed and can potentially start a fire. Cheap Charger? Don't Chance It. Always use the charger which comes with your device.

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Slow down and share the road.
A graphic with Harvest Season is Now. Slow down. Be patient. Share the road. Save Lives by Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

ALT A graphic with Harvest Season is Now. Slow down. Be patient. Share the road. Save Lives by Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management.

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October is Cybersecurity Month.
Photo of a person working on a laptop with Cybersecurity doesn't have to be scary? Follow Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management all month for tips and tricks to keep you safe!

ALT Photo of a person working on a laptop with Cybersecurity doesn't have to be scary? Follow Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management all month for tips and tricks to keep you safe!

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Jasper County Emergency Alert: The boil order has been lifted for the city of Kellogg
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Jasper County EMA retweeted
IowaHSEM@IowaHSEMSep 16
Emergencies can be scary, but if kids feel prepared, it's less stressful. Have fun playing this game while creating an emergency supply checklist. ✅ 🎒 Build a Kit Game in English: go.iowa.gov/Amhn Spanish: go.iowa.gov/E8sE Ready.iowa.gov/kids #NatlPrep
2026 National Preparedness Month--Build a Kit Game for Kids. Be a hero...and build a kit. Join Gayle and her friends in gathering supplies needed to prepare for an emergency.

ALT 2026 National Preparedness Month--Build a Kit Game for Kids. Be a hero...and build a kit. Join Gayle and her friends in gathering supplies needed to prepare for an emergency.

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Heavy rain will continue for the next several days.
Heavy Rain Continues Next Several Day by the NWS.

ALT Heavy Rain Continues Next Several Day by the NWS.

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Additional heavy rainfall expected tonight. Rainfall amounts around 1 to 3" possible in central and southern Iowa.
NWS graphic displaying multi-day heavy rain threat this week.

ALT NWS graphic displaying multi-day heavy rain threat this week.

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Multiple days of rain are ahead. Flash flooding is possible. Turn around don't drown.
NWS graphic for Multi-Day Heavy Rain Threat This Week.

ALT NWS graphic for Multi-Day Heavy Rain Threat This Week.

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Financial Preparedness is just as important to consider when making your emergency plan.
Graphic for Financial Preparedness. Gather all your important financial documents and keep a list of your key contacts. Take a look at your insurance and financial documents. Make sure they still cover what you need. Keep both paper and digital copies of your files in safe places.

ALT Graphic for Financial Preparedness. Gather all your important financial documents and keep a list of your key contacts. Take a look at your insurance and financial documents. Make sure they still cover what you need. Keep both paper and digital copies of your files in safe places.

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