Stay Connected with Ottawa County Emergency Management on Social Media

Sheriff Emergency Management

January 29, 2026

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Stay Connected with Ottawa County Emergency Management on Social Media


Hello,

We want to make it easier for you to stay informed and prepared during emergencies and everyday situations. Follow Ottawa County Emergency Management on Facebook, X, and Instagram for the latest updates, safety tips, and community information.

Here is where you can connect with us:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OttawaEM
X (Formerly Twitter): https://x.com/OttawaCountyEM
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ottawacountyem

Why follow us on social media:

You can receive timely updates about severe weather, road closures, public safety concerns, and community events.
You see preparedness tips that help you and your family stay safe before, during, and after emergencies.
You can view photos and videos from training exercises, response efforts, and local safety initiatives.
You can ask questions, share concerns, and stay connected with your emergency management team.

Social media also allows us to share real time information during fast moving incidents. During the large 100 car pileup on I 196 in Ottawa County, our team used Facebook, X, and Instagram to provide frequent updates as the situation unfolded. We shared information about highway closures, reopened lanes, alternate routes, and ongoing response efforts. These updates helped residents avoid the area, plan safer travel, and stay informed during a stressful and rapidly changing event.

Following Ottawa County Emergency Management on social media gives you another reliable way to receive important information when it matters most. If you already receive GovDelivery messages, social media helps strengthen your network of trusted information sources.

Thank you for staying connected with Ottawa County Emergency Management.

Stay safe,
Ottawa County Emergency Management