City Emergency Management Agency (CEMA)

The City of St. Louis Emergency Management Agency (CEMA), a division of the Department of Public Safety, maintains an ongoing program of prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery

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Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance Instructions for individuals to apply for May 16 tornado-related disaster assistance through FEMA. The deadline to apply is August 11. Service Page
Organize a Donation Drive for Tornado Relief Organizations collecting donations for tornado relief can request a truck, trailer or storage pod to load donations to be taken to a local distribution warehouse. Service Page
Report a Problem with the Outdoor Warning Sirens Report a problem with the outdoor warning sirens during testing, or sirens not being heard at your location during a tornado warning. Service Page
Report Hazardous Chemical Inventory Information on submitting the Missouri Tier II form for hazardous chemicals and extremely hazardous substances to local organizations Service Page
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts via NotifySTL Receive alerts for severe weather, critical incidents, service disruptions, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Service Page

News and Announcements

Additional Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis
Two more Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,City Emergency Management Agency | 06/26/2025
Disaster Recovery Centers Opening in the City of St. Louis
Disaster Recovery Centers with FEMA Individual Assistance staff are opening to help people affected by the May 16 tornado and storms.
Press release | City Emergency Management Agency,Office of the Mayor | 06/20/2025
City of St. Louis Water Division Lifts Precautionary Boil Advisory for Parts of South City
The City Water Division has lifted the precautionary boil water advisory.
Press release | Water Division,City Emergency Management Agency | 06/19/2025