Ellis County Office of Emergency Management

ELLIS COUNTY!!!! Dont forget, our annal Preparedness Fair is this Saturday, September 27th! The weather should be great, so come hangout with us!! Cant wait to see everyone there!!!

Hello Ellis County!!! Save the Date for the upcoming Annual Preparedness Fair! This year we will be in Waxahachie at Railyard Park, September 27th, 2025 - 9am to 12pm. Can't wait to see you all there!

Ellis County residents are advised to utilize the reporting tool provided by the TDEM to document any damages or losses incurred by this weather event. Please be aware that submitting a report does not ensure assistance. damage.tdem.texas.gov

Here is our list of what should be reported to our office when severe storms occur in North & Central TX: 🧊Penny sized hail or larger 🌬️A description of wind damage 🌊Flash flooding 🌪️Any signs that a tornado may be developing or is ongoing #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek

When severe weather happens we NEED your storm reports! Real time reports are important, but you should always put your safety first. When reporting, make sure to include the time and location! Here are the ways to send your reports! #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek

Damaging thunderstorm winds are also called straight-line winds & can cause the SAME type of damage as a tornado. Loose objects can become airborne and DANGEROUS. You are safest indoors, away from windows, in an interior room. Learn more at: weather.gov/safety/wind #WeatherReady

Most lightning-related deaths occur when people are having fun outside. If you hear thunder or see lightning, IMMEDIATELY seek shelter in an enclosed building or vehicle! ⚡Remember, When Thunder Roars Go Indoors! weather.gov/safety/lightni… #SevereWeatherAwarenessWeek #txwx

Dont forget Ellis County!!! Tonight is our free SKYWARN class! Hope to see you all there!

Stay aware of possible severe weather when on the road! If you receive a tornado warning while on the road, the best option is to drive to a designated shelter or sturdy building. Do NOT shelter under an overpass, as this puts you at a greater risk of being hit by debris.

Before heading to bed when nighttime tornadoes are expected... ✅Charge/turn on your phone ✅Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts ✅Have additional ways to receive warnings, such as a NOAA Weather Radio ✅Keep a flashlight & shoes handy ✅Know where your safe space is #txwx

Tuesday's topic for Severe Weather Awareness Week is tornadoes, but we're getting an early start given the expected severe weather late tonight/early Tuesday! Do you know the difference between a watch and a warning? A WATCH means Be Prepared. A Warning means Take Action!

Just in time for the severe wx potential late tonight-tomorrow morning, our office is hosting Severe Weather Awareness Week!⚠️ Today's theme: Preparedness! 📝 🏠Do you know where is your shelter at home/work/on the go? Let's get ready before the bad weather arrives! #dfwwx #ctxwx

Ellis County, its that time of year again for Skywarn!!! In partnership with The National Weather Service (NWS) we will be conducting a free severe weather training class for Ellis County on Wednesday, March 5th 2025, at 7PM at the Waxahachie Fine Arts Center!

HIGHWAY CLOSURE NOTICE: Westbound U.S. 287 is closed at Midlothian Pkwy due to a large accident. TxDOT and the Midlothian Police Department are re-routing traffic onto Main Street (U.S. 287 Business) through Midlothian. Eastbound traffic on U.S. 287 is not affected. #RoadClosure

We're a few days out from potential winter impacts (Thursday & Friday). Now is an ideal time to start making some preparations, & consider altering any late week travel plans. Details like timing and amounts are still being refined. Keep up with the forecast! #dfwwx #ctxwx

Hey Ellis County!!! Save the Date for our upcoming Preparedness Fair!! This year the City of Ennis will be hoasting the Fair at their Historic Downtown, Spetember 21st 2024, 10AM-2PM! Cant wait to see you all!

Ellis County, be aware that a few of our cities (Red Oak and Ferris) will see an Atmos Energy Safety Servey taking place this week. When: Thursday June 6th through Saturday June 8th, from 9AM-5PM daily.

NOTICE: The "watch" condition for Chambers Creek Watershed Dam No. 10 has expired. As of June 3rd, 2024, all monitoring activities and associated alerts have been discontinued. We have concluded that the dam poses no immediate threat to surrounding areas or infrastructure.

NOTICE: A “watch” condition has been initiated for Chambers Creek Watershed Dam No. 10 as of May 31st, 2024. Due to excessive rainfall and ongoing dam rehabilitation, work crews have observed an elevated risk to the dam integrity. There is no immediate danger of the dam failing.

🔔REMINDER: The Ellis County Severe Weather Education class is happening TONIGHT! Class will begin at 6 pm at Coleman Junior High Fine Arts Center in Waxahachie. This class is free, and no registration is required. We hope to see you there! #dfwwx #txwx