Emergency
Public-safety alerts, severe-weather warnings, and emergency services. Latest from The Austin for Austin, Texas.
Recent stories
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Oct 14 · FOX 7 Austin
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Oct 6 · KXAN Local
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Oct 1 · FOX 7 Austin
Abbott Activates 1,900 Emergency Responders Ahead of Flood Threat - KLBJ-AM
Sep 29 · KLBJ-AM - Austin, TX
Austin moved to take 911 out of APD. A city-ordered report says keep it there
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Police investigating death of man found near San Marcos intersection
Sep 17 · CBS Austin
Robotaxi emergency phone numbers found disconnected and unstaffed
Sep 17 · NBC News
Abbott, state agencies track Tropical Storm Edouard as it heads towards Texas coast
Sep 1 · CBS Austin
No injuries after plane makes emergency landing in San Marcos
Aug 30 · CBS Austin
Austin Emergency Management Kicks Off National Preparedness Month with Community Events
Sep 1 · City of Austin (.gov)
Emergency Preparedness Night at Round Rock Express
Sep 1 · City of Austin (.gov)
Frequently asked
What kinds of emergencies does The Austin cover?
Active emergency alerts, severe weather, public safety incidents, and emergency services. Live alerts at /api/alerts.
Where do The Austin's emergency alerts come from?
Primary sources: National Weather Service (severe weather), local emergency management offices, and county emergency services.
How do I report an emergency to The Austin?
Call 911 first for any active emergency. Then if you have details for a story, email editor@nexcom.media.
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