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January 2024


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  • January 22nd, 2024

Flying Drones Around The Joint Reserve Base

The Joint Reserve Base currently tracks an increasing number of unauthorized drone operations in the airspace surrounding the base and...

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October 2023


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  • October 10th, 2023

Register Today For Code Red Alerts

Remember how it was during the Winter Disaster with no water and the not knowing? Now you can keep informed through the Code Red Emergency...

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May 2023


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  • May 3rd, 2023

Fight Back Against Disease Carrying Mosquitoes

Wherever there's moisture
there will be mosquitoes. But you can reduce your chances of getting bitten by mosquito pests by being...

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March 2023


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  • March 2nd, 2023

Know Where To Go

Know where to go BEFORE a tornado warning is issued for your area! See the enclosed informational flyer " TORNADO SAFETY" for more details.

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July 2021


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  • July 9th, 2021

Mosquito Season

There has been no positive samples for West Nile Virus or St. Louis Encephalitis in River Oaks this season. All mosquitoes need water to...

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January 2021


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  • January 19th, 2021

Know The Symptoms For COVID 19

Is it COVID-19 or is it the Flu or is it just a cold? Find out more about the symptoms using the enclosed Symptom Checker.

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November 2020


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  • November 18th, 2020

Masks Do More Than You Think

With the increase in COVID 19 cases and hospitalizations, we must curb the transmission of the virus and to do so means wearing of masks....

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September 2020


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  • September 11th, 2020

Fight The Bite

All mosquito samples submitted to DSHS arbovirus lab this week in River Oaks were found to be negative for West Nile virus (WNV), St. Louis...

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April 2020


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  • April 15th, 2020

How To Protect Yourself And Others From COVID 19

Guidance for protecting yourself and others is enclosed in the attached flyer herein. Guidance for quarantine and monitoring is posted on...

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March 2020


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  • March 17th, 2020

Measures Taken To Slow The Progression Of COVID-19.

Both the River Oaks Police and Fire Departments have also taken measures to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. (See enclosed...

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  • March 9th, 2020

Helpful Information On Coronavirus Disease

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. Enclosed is information from the Emergency Management Coordinator...

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February 2020


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  • February 28th, 2020

Epidemics And Pandemics-Know What To Do

In an effort to help others cope with anxiety regarding epidemics and pandemics by calmly providing prevention information by clicking on...

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May 2019


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  • May 31st, 2019

Outdoor Warning Signs Are Being Tested Every Wednesday

The Outdoor Warning System is tested every Wednesday at 1 p.m., unless conditions are favorable for severe weather. Please see the attached...

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November 2018


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  • November 9th, 2018

Freeze Precautions

EMC James Myrick warns If temperatures are expected to be subfreezing in your area, make sure to remember the 4 P's! Protect pipes, pets,...

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June 2018


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  • June 29th, 2018

Hot Weather Tips

It’s predicted to have temperatures soar above 100 degrees through the weekend, so it’s good time to remember that prolonged or intense...

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March 2018


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  • March 1st, 2018

Tornado Alley

We are in Tornado season as of March 1st. Please watch this video to remind us what can happen. Make a plan with your family, be...

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October 2017


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  • October 20th, 2017

National Do Not Call Registry

The easiest way to cut down on these calls is to put yourself on the Do Not Call registry -- then report any violators to the Federal Trade...

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February 2016


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  • February 16th, 2016

Emotional Responses To Disaster By EMC Myrick

When we experience a disaster or other stressful life event, we can have a variety of reactions, all of which can be common responses to...

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December 2015


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  • December 30th, 2015

If Your Home Loses Power

If your home loses power or heat for more than a few hours or if you do not have adequate supplies to stay warm in your home overnight, you...

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August 2015


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  • August 28th, 2015

Take Protective Measures To Safeguard Against WNV

TCPH would like to remind residents of the importance of taking personal protective measures to safeguard against West Nile Virus....

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