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PENNSYLVANIA — With the holiday season approaching, Pennsylvania authorities are urging drivers to prioritize safety on the road. Yesterday, the Shapiro Administration, along with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), …
“Operation Safe Holiday” Launched to Ensure Road Safety in Pennsylvania Read More
PENNYSLVANIA — Four members of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) were recently recognized by Governor Josh Shapiro with the prestigious Governor’s Awards for Excellence. Charles (Bill) Shertzer, Raymond Marino, …
Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Staff Honored for Pioneering Next Generation 911 Service Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll, Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency Director Randy Padfield, and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) Chief Executive Officer Mark Compton held a media briefing yesterday to outline plans …
Pennsylvania Outlines Winter Preparations, Guidance for Public Readiness, and Employment Opportunities Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — At an event Monday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) urged motorists to never drive through flooded roadways.
Shapiro Administration Reminds Motorists About The Dangers Of Flooding, Urges Never Drive Through Flooded Roadways Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Two members of PA Task Force 1 were deployed Friday to Maui, Hawaii as part of a 28-member FEMA Urban Search and Rescue team. The Pennsylvania Emergency Management …
PA Task Force 1 Sends Aid to Hawaii: FEMA Search and Rescue Team Deploys to Assist in Devastating Situation Read More
READING, PA — On Monday, Governor Josh Shapiro and PEMA Director Randy Padfield visited Lower Alsace Township in Berks County to meet with local leaders and first responders after flash …
Governor Shapiro and PEMA Visit Flood-Hit Berks County, Vow Full Support in Recovery Efforts Read More
WEST READING, PA — Yesterday, Governor Josh Shapiro and PEMA Director Randy Padfield visited the site of the explosion that took place Friday evening at the RM Palmer Company in West Reading, …
Pennsylvania Explosion: Governor Shapiro and PEMA Director Visit RM Palmer Company Site Read More
PENNSYLVANIA – On February 3, 2023, a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio affected Pennsylvania residents. Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry this week announced the office’s new hotline to accept …
The Pennsylvanian People Will Not Stand for Pollution: AG Henry Announces Hotline Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with the National Weather Service (NWS), is reminding drivers of the threat that snow squalls can pose during the winter months and advised …
PA Drivers: Don’t Let a Snow Squall Catch You by Surprise Read More
MOUNT JOY, PA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding was joined Wednsday by Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA ) Director Randy Padfield, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and industry partners to …
Pennsylvania Announces $25 Million Recovery Program for Poultry Farmers Read More