Safeguard Iowa Partnership

10/06/2026

Staying safe online isn’t about making one perfect decision. It's about building habits & repeating them consistently every day. In doing this, we can all make life spooky for cybercriminals.

Small actions make a big difference. Start with 4 easy steps anyone can take to boost their online safety:

✅ Turn on multi-factor authentication
✅ Update your software
✅ Think before you click
✅ Use strong passwords

Ready.iowa.gov/cybersecurity

10/06/2026

It’s Fire Prevention Week!

Take a few minutes this week to make sure your household is ready.

Test your smoke alarms.
Review your home fire escape plan.
Make sure everyone knows two ways out when possible.
Practice your plan together.

A little preparation now can make a big difference when seconds matter.

09/03/2026

September is National Preparedness Month!

Preparedness doesn't have to be overwhelming. Small steps taken today can make a big difference tomorrow.

Throughout the month, we'll be sharing simple ways you can prepare yourself, your family, and your community for emergencies. Whether it's building an emergency kit, making a plan, or staying informed, everyone has a role to play.

Preparedness starts with all of us.

09/03/2026

☁️🌪️ Are you Weather Aware? ☀️❄️
Iowa experiences it all—from blizzards and floods to extreme heat, thunderstorms, and tornadoes. Knowing the types of weather hazards and their signs can save your life!
Do you know the difference between a WATCH and a WARNING? 👀 WATCH: Conditions are favorable for severe weather. Be prepared!
⚠️ WARNING: Severe weather is occurring or imminent. Take action and seek shelter!

Always have multiple ways to receive warnings (phone alerts, TV/Radio, and NOAA weather radios). Learn more about Iowa's weather hazards at www.ready.iowa.gov. Stay safe and stay aware!

09/02/2026

Week Two: Be aware. 🚨 Stay Safe, Iowa! 🚨 Emergencies and severe weather can happen at a moment's notice. Are you signed up for Alert Iowa? 📲
Alert Iowa is our state's official emergency notification system. By signing up, you can receive life-saving weather, imminent emergency, and public safety warnings directly via text, email, or voice message. You can even customize it to get alerts for your specific county!
Don't wait for the next storm to hit. Sign up today and learn more at www.ready.iowa.gov!

06/25/2026

It's Awareness Week! ⚡️

Because lightning follows the path of least resistance, a sturdy building provides the safest shelter, but its wiring, plumbing, & steel frameworks act as dangerous conductors. Stay safe by following these indoor safety tips.

Ready.iowa.gov

06/09/2026

06/04/2026

***Outdated Post***

A Flood Watch has been issued for portions of southern and central Iowa from late this afternoon through Friday morning. Rainfall totals of 2–4 inches are anticipated, with locally higher amounts possible, leading to a risk of scattered flash flooding and urban ponding. A second round of heavy rain and storms is expected late Friday. Motorists are reminded to never drive through flooded roadways. Turn Around, Don't Drown!

06/04/2026