Overview

Minneapolis provides resources so you can

• Prepare for various emergency situations
• Stay informed during emergencies
• Help yourself and others before and during emergencies

Severe weather

Severe weather, such as winter storms, heavy rain and extreme cold, can cause:

• Property damage
• Flooding
• Injury and death
• Power and communications outages

Prepare

To prepare for severe weather, you can:

• Read our City's severe weather fact sheets
• Learn more about flood zones and flood insurance
• Find out where to get sand bags in Minneapolis
• Watch videos on using a weather radio (available in multiple languages)
• Create a home emergency supply kit
• Make a plan for your pets and animals

Warnings

Minneapolis provides several warnings about severe weather:

• Sirens:
  • We use sirens for many types of severe weather.
  • When you hear a siren, find shelter and check for updated local weather and news.
  • Sirens sound for about three minutes and then go silent.
• Emails and phone calls:
  • Anyone can sign up for emergency notifications from the City.
  • Sign up for emails and phone calls

Threats to public health and safety

Public health

The Minnesota Department of Health leads Minnesota's response to public health emergencies. The City works closely with them on public health emergencies like the coronavirus.

See Minneapolis coronavirus resources

Public safety

Here's what to do about the following public safety issues:

• Hazardous materials: See tips from Ready.gov
• Terrorist activity: Contact the FBI tip line
• Suspicious activity in Minneapolis: See all the ways to report a crime or incident

Related links

For more about emergency preparedness:

• Visit the American Red Cross
• Visit Ready.gov
• See updates from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety
• Read tips from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Download the FEMA app