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Putnam County EMA to conduct emergency siren testing Friday, the first in several months. EMA Director Tyler Smith said they try to do the last Friday of every month but have been unable to do so recently because of weather. He said at 10 a.m., the sirens located in each city in the county will test to make sure they ... Read More »

Putnam County EMA asking the county commission to approve current 911 Assistant Director Brandon Smith to go full-time with EMA. EMA Director Tyler Smith said that Brandon Smith currently splits his time between the 911 and EMA Departments. He said this change would streamline the process, and be a huge asset to the EMA department. “He’s developed relationships with the ... Read More »

September is National Preparedness Month, a time for families and individuals to get ready whenever disaster strikes. Putnam County EMA Director Tyler Smith said whether it is from severe weather or prolonged power outages, you never know how long problems could last. Smith said communication devices, food and water, ways to stay warm should all be in place before a ... Read More »

Putnam EMA Director Tyler Smith says possible flooded roads are his biggest concern with remnants of Hurricane Ida. The heaviest of rain is expected to fall overnight, into Tuesday morning. Smith said that the best protocol for drivers in the next 24 hours is to “turn around, don’t drown.” “We get so many people that take a chance,” Smith said. ... Read More »

During Sunday night’s flash floods in Putnam County, an individual had to be rescued from their vehicle. Putnam County Emergency Management Agency Director Tyler Smith said it only takes two feet of water to pick up a car. When you come to a flooded road, Smith Said thinking of all the variables before you try and cross can save a ... Read More »