Ameren crews are preparing for severe weather later today. Thunderstorms are expected to generate wind gusts exceeding 70 mph, along with the possibility of tornadoes and hail. Consider any fallen wires as live and maintain a safe distance, reporting them to us at 800.552.7583.
http://www.ameren.com/company/safety/extreme-weather-safety
Construction is scheduled to begin Monday March 17th on Jefferson Street between 5th Street and 6th Street. Jefferson Street will be closed in this block during the day from 7am to 4 pm for the next three weeks. There will be road closed and detour signs directing traffic to Market Street. Please utilize alternate routes if possible.
This is the beginning of the Jefferson Street Improvement Project which includes reconstruction of curb, sidewalks, and pavement from 5th Street to Highway 100. Pavement work will happen after the concrete work. Further update to follow with dates and times. Weather delays may affect this schedule. Thank you for your cooperation while we complete this project.
With the increased risk of severe weather this evening, always have multiple ways to receive weather notifications. Time is now to start planning your action.
City of Washington Emergency Management Agency
BE WEATHER AWARE THIS EVENING! There is a high probability of severe storms in our area tonight roughly around 7:00-9:00PM. We recommend that you have multiple ways of receiving severe weather notifications. - Emergency Management
Be weather aware on Friday. Increased risk of severe strong storms moving through our area Friday afternoon and into the evening. Be sure to have multiple ways of receiving weather alerts to be prepared to take action.
City of Washington Emergency Management
The City of Washington is accepting applications for summer seasonal positions. Summer camp counselors, pool concessions, park maintenance and more! Visit washmo.gov/jobs for a listing of all seasonal opportunities!
It is not too early to mark the Washington Earth Day Event on your calendar! This year, we are collaborating with Downtown Washington, Inc.'s Sunset on the Riverfront to bring you a double-your-fun experience. The event will be held on Thursday, April 24, and runs from 5-8 p.m. You will find us at the east side of the Pavilion at the Rennick Riverfront Park.
The City of Washington is offering programs to residents to help increase our local tree canopy. Check out washmo.gov/trees to see if you qualify for a free tree!
Starting at 9:45 a.m. today, March 11, 2025, one lane on 5th Street between Hancock and Hwy 47 will be closed for tree work. Eastbound traffic will be directed down Hancock to 8th Street.
Have you wondered why these tarps are on the Lakeview Park's Football Fields? No, we are not trying to kill the grass, we are trying to GROW grass! These are GROW tarps, and they help to keep the grass that was planted in the fall warmer and shielded over the winter, thus giving it a head start in the spring. Now that it is getting warm, the tarps will be removed this week. Look for (young) bright green grass where the tarps were located!
The coins were found! Thanks to all the kids and parents who attended our Leprechaun Hunt on Saturday, March 8. We hope you all had a great time. Happy St. Pat's Day!!
❗ UPDATE ❗ This project has been postponed until next week. Beginning Monday, March 17, the Water Department will start replacing the water main on Front Street from Market Street to Stafford Street. Work will commence at Market Street and move westward, progressing one block at a time. Each block will be closed to all traffic during the day and reopened at the end of the workday. We will provide updates as the project moves forward and apologize for any inconvenience.
Shift Summary - Nights 3/7/25
Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the 600 block of International Ave.
A male was arrested at Police HQ for leaving the scene of a motor vehicle crash.
Suspicious vehicle in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.
Assisted FCSD in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
Peace disturbance in the area of Vernaci Dr.
Peace disturbance in the area of Norwood Ct.
Peace disturbance in the area of Elbert Dr.
Suspicious vehicle in the area of High St. and Edith St.
A male was arrested for domestic assault in the area of Ashton Hills Ct.
An assault occurred in the 200 block of W. Front St.
Check the well being conducted in the 700 block of E. 5th St.
Peace disturbance in the area of Village West Ct.
Check the well being conducted in the 500 block of E. 5th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Shift Summary - Nights 3/8/25
Assisted WFD with an alarm in the area of Phoenix Center Dr.
A crisis intervention report was completed in the area of Eckelkamp Ct.
Officers responded to an alarm sounding in the 400 block of Stafford St.
A verbal domestic was reported in the 700 block of Locust St.
A male was arrested for driving while intoxicated in the area of Hwy 100 and Hwy A.
Check the well being conducted in the 900 block of E. 5th St.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Shift Summary - Nights 3/9/25
Harassment was reported in the 2100 block of Hwy A.
A peace disturbance occurred in the 200 block of W. Front St.
A verbal domestic occurred in the 800 block of Roberts St. during the investigation a female was taken into protective custody.
Suspicious activity was reported in the 700 block of Fremont St.
A verbal domestic occurred in the area of Southwinds Dr. during the investigation a female was taken into protective custody.
ARRESTS DO NOT IMPLY GUILT
Smoke alarms need to be replaced every 10 years! The manufacturing date can usually be found on the back side of the alarm.
We had a great time at Family Reading Night!
#volunteerfiredepartment #wfd #washmo
TRAFFIC ALERT!! Eastbound Highway 100 from Southpoint Road/East 5th Street to St. Johns Road will be closed for several hours due to a vehicle accident. There is also only 1 lane of Westbound Highway 100 from St. Johns Road to Southpoint/East 5th Street currently open.
Please find an alternative route.
We will be in an area of elevated fire danger this afternoon.
City of Washington Emergency Management
Today is the last day of Severe Weather Preparedness Week. Today's topic is Lightning Safety. The safest place to stay safe from lightning is indoors or hard-topped and enclosed vehicle.
