City of Chicago Emergency Management & Communications
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Recent News About City of Chicago Emergency Management & Communications
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Chicago advises on safety measures amid ongoing heatwave
CHICAGO – With continued heat and humidity, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) encourages residents to be prepared for extreme heat and severe weather impacts. As extreme weather can be hazardous and unpredictable, OEMC and City departments are reminding residents and visitors of safety tips and the resources available in a heat emergency to help alleviate the impact.
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Chicago officials provide resources amid ongoing extreme heat
CHICAGO – With continued heat and humidity, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) encourages residents to be prepared for extreme heat and severe weather impacts. As extreme weather can be hazardous and unpredictable, OEMC and City departments are reminding residents and visitors of safety tips and the resources available in a heat emergency to help alleviate the impact.
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Chicago urges residents to prepare for extreme heat with safety tips
CHICAGO – With heat and humidity being forecasted, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) encourages residents to be prepared for extreme heat and severe weather impacts. As extreme weather can be hazardous and unpredictable, OEMC and City departments are reminding residents and visitors of safety tips and the resources available in a heat emergency to help alleviate the impact.
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Chicago advises on safety measures during upcoming heatwave
The City of Chicago Offers Residents Safety Tips and Resources to Beat the Heat this Week
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Chicago urges residents to prepare for summer's extreme weather
CHICAGO – With heat and humidity being forecasted, the Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) encourages residents to prepare for extreme heat and severe weather impacts. As extreme weather can be hazardous and unpredictable, OEMC and City departments are reminding residents and visitors of the resources available to help alleviate the impact so everyone can stay healthy and safe.
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Busy Father’s Day weekend prompts safety reminders from OEMC
CHICAGO – A busy weekend of events and gatherings in Chicago prompts the need for safety awareness regarding variable weather conditions, increased crowds, and traffic. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) will monitor weather conditions and weekend activities, reminding attendees to stay vigilant in crowds and enjoy Chicago’s summer events safely.
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NASCAR pre-race activities in Chicago begin June 10 ahead of July street race
CHICAGO — The City of Chicago and NASCAR officials have announced that pre-race activities for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race will commence on Monday, June 10. This event, scheduled for July 6–7, 2024, marks the second year that Chicago will host the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series street races.
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City prepares for Bank of America Chicago Half Marathon
The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications, alongside other city departments, agencies, and Bank of America Chicago 13.1 organizers, are reminding the public about the upcoming half marathon on Chicago’s West Side on Sunday, June 9, beginning at 7 a.m. Thousands of runners are expected to participate in this event through historic parks and boulevards. For more details, visit chicago13point1.com.
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City advises caution during Memorial Day events
The City of Chicago is preparing for a busy Memorial Day weekend from Friday, May 24 to Monday, May 27. Numerous festivals, concerts, athletic events, and the opening of beaches are scheduled throughout the city and along the lakefront.
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Officials issue boating season safety guidelines ahead of summer activities
With boating season and summer activities beginning in Chicago, the Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC), the Chicago Fire, Police Departments, Park District, U.S. Coast Guard, Illinois Department of Natural Resources Conservation Police, and Harbor Safety Committee are reminding residents and visitors to adhere to boating rules and prioritize safety on beaches and pools.
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LifeTime Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10K returns this weekend
The LifeTime Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10K is set to return this weekend, with approximately 8,000 athletes participating and a slightly altered course. The Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications (OEMC) has advised participants, residents, spectators, and those along the route to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to 9-1-1, as is standard protocol for public gatherings.
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J.P. Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge Returns to Chicago's Grant Park
The city of Chicago is preparing to host the J. P. Morgan Chase Corporate Challenge on Thursday, May 16 in Grant Park. The 3.5-mile race is expected to draw approximately 16,500 participants and will commence at 6:50 p.m. Further details about the event can be found on the official website, jpmorganchasecc.com.