Crittenden EMS prepared for impact of I-140 bridge closure (Source: HNN File) By Olivia Gunn | May 12, 2021 at 11:21 PM CDT - Updated May 13 at 4:57 AM
CRITTENDEN COUNTY, Ark. (WMC) - The I-40 bridge closure is taking a toll on EMS services in Crittenden County, creating longer transport times.
Officials say theyâre activating the same emergency plan they have in place for severe weather.
Hudson Hallum with Crittenden EMS says they have agreements with their air transport partners for patients in critical condition. If the weather doesnât allow for air travel, they are making use of local hospitals like NEA Baptist and St. Bernardâs in Jonesboro.
Emergency management office says outdoor sirens could sound today for maintenance ahead of chance for severe weather
Brittney s Severe Weather Update By WMC Action News 5 Staff | April 7, 2021 at 9:50 AM CDT - Updated April 7 at 9:50 AM
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - There’s a chance for severe weather Wednesday, but if you hear an outdoor warning siren it won’t necessarily mean there’s a watch or a warning.
The Memphis Office of Emergency Management says some sirens may activate today for maintenance purposes and not to be alarmed, at least early in the day.
Some of the Outdoor Warning Sirens throughout Memphis may activate temporarily today for maintenance purposes. There are currently no watches or warnings in effect. @LocalMemphis@WMCActionNews5@3onyourside@FOX13Memphis@CityOfMemphis Memphis OEM (@MEMPHISOEM) April 7, 2021