URGENT SAFETY MESSAGE!! We know it’s tempting, but please do not walk on the ice at Lions Lake or any bodies of water around the city. Despite the freezing temps, it’s extremely dangerous. You can fall through, and hypothermia will set in quickly.
City of Washington Emergency Management
Day shift 1/8/25
A delayed stealing was reported in the 1700 block of Aroy Drive
A peace disturbance was reported in the 200 block of East 5th Street. A subject was subsequently taken into custody for outstanding warrants.
A peace disturbance was reported in the 400 block of Lafayette. 2 Subjects were taken into custody on outstanding warrants.
A vehicle accident was reported in the 5800 block of Highway 100
A vehicle accident was reported in the area of Highway 100 and Vossbrink
A report was made in reference to a subject having a mental health crisis on Elbert Drive. The subject was provided with the appropriate services.
A Winter Weather Advisory is now in effect for our area starting tomorrow evening at 6:00PM and lasting until Friday at 6:00PM with another round of snow late Thursday into Friday, impacting the morning commute. While most will see snow, the highest totals will be in southeast Missouri .
City of Washington Emergency Management
Thank you to WPD Sgt. Kapustka for providing (indoor!) training tonight. We appreciate anything that helps us be better partners with our local first responding agencies.
#wfd #volunteerfiredepartment #washmo
Hard to believe! Some are still digging out from the winter storm that affected our area over the weekend. We have another possible round of snow Thursday night and going into Friday morning. The highest accumulations are predicted to be in southern Missouri, but we could still see some minor accumulations on top of what is already on the ground.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
Night Shift Summary 01/07/2025
Suspect from a property damage report taken on 12/06/2024 was located. Subject was arrested.
Leaving the scene reported in the 300 block of West Front Street. Occurred sometime between Saturday and Monday.
Disturbance reported in the 900 block of East 5th Street. Subject causing the disturbance was calmed down.
Injured deer was dispatched on Highway 100 near Pottery Road.
What is an illicit discharge? Anything other than stormwater that is disposed of into a storm sewer system, and it is illegal! Some examples are paint, oil, cooking grease, laundry detergent, pesticides, fertilizers, pet waste, and yard waste.
#onlyraindownthedrain
#SWPPP #washmo #waterwisewednesday
Shift Summary - Days 1/7/25
Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the 500 block of Vossbrink Dr.
Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the area of Washington Square.
A male was issued a summons for no valid driver's license in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy 47.
Dog at large was reported in the 300 block of Jefferson St.
Check the well being in the 700 block of Jefferson St.
Check the well being in the 700 block of Fremont St.
Accidental discharge of firearm in the 100 block of E. 2nd St.
The January Friends of the Library meeting on Wednesday, January 8 has been cancelled. They will meet again on Wednesday, February 5, 4:00 p.m.
Are you tired of the freezing weather? Get ready, swim suit season is right around the corner! Get your pre-season discounted 20 visit pool card today for $105 until February 28; March 1- April 30 - $110; May 1- $120. Be sure you unlock the discount using code POOL2025. For more information, please contact the Parks & Recreation Office at (636) 390-1080.
The library will close at 6 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, January 7.
The library is open today, Tuesday, January 7.
❗IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM WASTE CONNECTIONS ❗
Road conditions have not improved enough for us to safely service our customers. We will be running Wednesday through Saturday and sending additional trucks to get caught up. Monday & Tuesday Recycle will not run this week. We will run Recycle Monday through Friday next week.
Please place garbage out at the curb on their regular service day as we will be working ahead every day to get everything completed by Saturday afternoon.
We thank you for your patience and understanding during this weather related challenge.
Washington Public Library endorses this 30-minutes-a-day reading challenge. You can start by joining our Winter Reading Program, which runs through the end of February, join one of our book clubs, or read in the comfort of your own home. Make it a habit to read 30 minutes a day!
Night shift 01/05/25
Check the well being conducted in the area of W. 10th and Jefferson.
Assisted with child custody exchange in the 400 block of Burnside.
Check the well being conducted near Southwinds Circle
Shift Summary Days 01/05/2025
A traffic crash was reported in the 1200 block of Deer Run Drive.
A traffic crash was reported in the area of 100 and Washington Heights.
Officers checked the well being of some animals that had been left outside.
Officers handled several stranded motorists and returned several calls with miscellaneous questions.
LOTS OF SLEET!!!!!!!
🌨️❄️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ❄️🌨️
DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER, CURBSIDE TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICE WILL BE DELAYED BY ONE DAY AS FOLLOWS:
Monday, January 6 - Tuesday, January 7
Tuesday, January 7 - Wednesday, January 8
Wednesday, January 8 - Thursday, January 9
Thursday, January 9 - Friday January 10
Friday January 10 - Saturday, January 11
The Washington Public Library is closed today due to the winter storm.
Winter Storm Alert! Travel conditions are worsening area wide from the impact of the winter weather. Roadways throughout the area are partially to mostly covered. Please avoid travel if at all possible so road crews can work on clearing the roadways.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
If you catch a whiff of bacon, it means that crews manned the firehouse last night, and will continue until the storm is over. Please stay safe and warm at home!
