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This site was created to keep the citizens and first responders of Clay County, South Dakota informed about the events that happen in our area. Now that we have changed server providers, things will be easier to update and keep you better informed. Check back often as information becomes available, things will change on a regular basis. Thanks for being patient during the switch over and upgrades.

 
       

FEATURED INFORMATION - SEVERE WEATHER PREPARDNESS

Clay County Emergency Management and The National Weather Service encourage you and your family to be prepared for the severe weather that effects our area. Follow the links below to read the latest information available to keep your family safe. If you have any questions, please contact Layne Stewart @ 677.7185

2008 Severe Weather Preparedness Guide

National Weather Service - Sioux Falls, SD Office

2007 Winter Weather Preparedness Guide

Vermillion Shelter Locations - Click here to see a map of the locations.

Hillside Community Church - 1800 Constance Drive

Trinity Lutheran Church - 816 East Clark Street

Vermillion Fire & EMS Station - 820 North Dakota Street

Public Safety Center - 15 Washington Street

National Guard Armory - 603 Princeton Street

Storm Siren Tones

Steady Tone - Seek Shelter. Sirens are only used when the general public is in danger.

** Starting May 5, 2008. Siren Tests will no longer be on Fridays. The test will be weekly on Mondays at Noon.

If you have any questions in regards to siren use, please contact Layne Stewart @ 677-7185.

Storm Siren Activation Policy

* Sirens will not be activated for Severe Thunderstorm Warnings

* Sirens will be activated for Imminent danger that require citizens to seek immediate shelter.

* Sirens will be activated for Tornado Warnings effecting the area.

* Sirens will be activated by official weather spotter request if they feel the situation is dangerous to the general public.

* Sirens will be activated when the National Weather Service or The South Dakota Office of Emergency Management provides direct information of immediate danger.

* Sirens will not be activated to issue an "all clear" once the danger has passed. For current updates and situation reports, listen to KVHT Radio.

For questions concerning the siren activation policy, contact Layne Stewart @ 677.7185.

 
   

   
         
   

Contact Information

Layne Stewart - Director 

Clay County OEM
15 Washington Street
Vermillion, SD 57069

Office: 605.677.7185
Fax: 605.677.7105
    
         
           
©2008 Clay County Emergency Management