Emergency Preparedness

River Safety

Individuals choosing to recreate in the Chippewa River at anytime should always exercise caution and pay special attention to safe water recreational recommendations.

Even if you are just enjoying a river from the bank, fishing or wading, rivers can be dangerous.

Tips from the City/County Health Department:

River water levels can change drastically, especially depending upon rainfall.

The river is subject to unpredictable and changing currents.

Rivers have undercurrents. Even though a river may look calm, it may have a very strong current under the surface.

Be aware of underwater hazards( old wooden pilings, rocks).

Know your own swimming ability, especially in strong currents.

Wear shoes with straps to protect your feet against sharp objects, rocks and slippery surfaces.

Do not wear clothing that will tangle and/or restrict your ability to swim.

For their safety, children should not participate in adult tubing activity.

Always go tubing with 1 or morw people for safety.

Don't carry and consume alcohol on the river.

Any non swimmers should always wear a life preserver when on the river.

Always carry a second throw-able life preserver.

Water clarity can create low visibility under water.

Bacterial levels in the Chippewa River are not monitored and may be unhealthy for swimming

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Storm Season

Be Informed

Know what to do and where to go in severe weather. Find out what kinds of disasters, both natural and man-made, are most likely to occur in our area and how you will be notified.
Listen to your NOAA Weather Radio or to local radio or television newscast for the latest information. Make tornado and thunderstorm safety plans with your families and at work. For more information on emergency preparedness, please visit the following websites:

Family Preparedness:

To learn more about preparing a disaster supply kit and creating a family disaster plan you can download an Emergency Preparedness Handbook.

Household Emergency Plan Workbook