Extreme heat resources are available to help neighbors stay cool: meck.co/3S3iN1i
Options include:
- Roof Above Day for those experiencing unsheltered homelessness;
- Park and Recreation;
- @cmlibrary locations.
@CATSRideTransit will offer rides to cooling stations.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office prepares, responds, recovers & mitigates all-hazards for the City of Charlotte & Mecklenburg County #CMEMO
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management repostedCharlotte Water is moving to Drought Stage 2 with Mandatory Water Restrictions starting May 15. For full details and drought updates, visit charlottewater.org #CLTDrought #LessWaterCLT
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management repostedAs of April 18, 2026, the state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for all 100 counties. Additionally, the USDA Forest Service has implemented fire restrictions across national forests in North Carolina. All open burning is prohibited until further notice.The state-issued ban on open burning remains in effect for your area. What does this mean? All outdoor fires started more than 100 feet from an occupied dwelling are banned. This includes fire pits, campfires and fireworks. Watch to learn more:
00:00 - CharMeck Alert: Duke Energy will conduct low-volume testing of nuclear outdoor emergency sirens near the McGuire and Catawba Nuclear Power Plant on Wednesday, April 1st, between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. No public action is necessary. These scheduled tests will last approximately
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management repostedDue to increased wildfire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide effective 6 p.m. Saturday, March 28 until further notice. Read news release: bit.ly/4dlzcXv
- CharMeckALERT: The National Weather Service ended the Tornado Warning for Mecklenburg County. Today will be very windy, so remain cautious. Watch for debris while driving, and remember to call 911 for emergencies, including fallen power lines and trees blocking roadways. Call
- Storm Tip: Know who to call. If a tree is down and blocking a roadway, or if anyone is in immediate danger, call 911 right away. If the tree is only blocking a sidewalk or a yard, please call 311. Stay safe out there!
- With the winds picking up, now is the time to do a quick check of your yard. If you haven’t already, make sure to secure your outdoor furniture, tie down the grill, and bring in your trash cans before they blow away or into someone’s yard.
- CharMeckALERT: EXTREME WIND & TORNADO RISK TODAY Charlotte-Mecklenburg is at extreme risk for severe winds and possible tornadoes today. Wind gusts may be up to 30 mph throughout the day. Remember: If a tornado WATCH is issued, find your "safe space". Look for an interior roomOur Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is currently activated with City and County partners ready to respond to any emergencies. Stay tuned to local weather channels and sign up for more information at CharMeckAlerts.com.
- Are you "in the know" when the sky turns gray? It’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and today’s goal is simple: Stay Informed. CharMeck Alerts is the best way to get location-specific emergency info sent directly to your phone, text, or email from emergency officials. Sign up
- Don’t let building an emergency kit overwhelm you, it’s the easiest win for your household’s safety this week! Start today so you’re ready to face the storm. For more tips on what to include in your emergency kit, visit charlottenc.gov/Public-Safety/… #CharMeckReady
- Emergencies can happen fast. Make sure your household is ready! Create an emergency plan so everyone knows what to do, where to go, and what you’ll need during severe weather. Talk with your family and set your plan this Severe Weather Preparedness Week. #CharMeckReady















