State emergency operations center activates in response to winter storm

NORTH LITTLE ROCK — The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM) has activated its State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) to a Level 1 in response to severe winter weather.
staff members are scheduled to work in the SEOC until 7 p.m. on Sunday, January 12, 2025, ready to assist Arkansas counties. ADEM will continue to host daily coordination calls with the National Weather Service and our Emergency Support Function (ESF) partners, like the Arkansas Department of Transportation, the Arkansas State Police, and the Arkansas National Guard, to discuss operations and resource requests.
totality of Arkansas is expected to feel the effects of this winter storm, with several counties receiving upwards of three inches of snow. The National Weather Service predicts portions of northern, western, and central Arkansas will receive the largest snowfall accumulations. Southern Arkansas is expected to receive a mixture of winter weather, including possible freezing rain.

ADEM encourages citizens to stay home during this winter weather event, if possible. If you must travel, utilize IDrive Arkansas to check road conditions before leaving your home and make sure to pack a winter weather safety kit with items such as extra blankets, flares, rope, warm clothing, a flashlight, snacks, and water.
For individuals who may need shelter, ADEM has published a list of warming centers that are opening across the state. You may access this list via our Citizen Portal. The interactive map can be found under the “Shelters” tab.