Cambria County Emergency Management Agency

Intersection at Puritan road and Zimmerman lane is closed for an extended period of time. Avoid that area!

Strong winds are expected across all of Central Pennsylvania Firday. Gusts up to 60mph are possible in the Laurel Highlands, with widespread gusts in excess of 40mph elsewhere. Strongest winds will occur between 6am and 6pm on Friday.Strone Winds may result in broken limbs, down trees, and power outages. Highway travel maybe difficult, especially high profile vehicles. Be prepared, have a plan, and be safe.

The National Weather Service State College shows Cambria County in a High Wind Watch. Strong winds will buffet central Pa Friday. A High Wind Watch has been posted for the central mountains, where gusts to 60 mph are possible. Scattered power outages are possible due to downed tree limbs and power lines. Outdoor burning may cause severe brush fires, be mindful and think safety first.

Great on-line training opportunity

With more than half of Pennsylvania’s counties now under quarantine due to Spotted Lanternfly infestation, the state Department of Agriculture and Penn State Extension Service are again encouraging everyone to be on the lookout for the pest. The Spotted Lanternfly presents a significant threat to the state’s grape, wine and hardwood industries, and to the quality of life of all of us who enjoy spending time outdoors. Click here to learn how you can help rid this pest by recog...nizing and destroying their eggs. https://extension.psu.edu/how-to-remove-spotted-lanternfly- You are also asked to squash the bugs when you see them and report them by calling 1-888-4BAD-FLY (1-888-422-3359) or using the online reporting tool. https://extension.psu.edu/have-you-seen-a-spotted-lanternfly More information about Spotted Lanternfly is available here. https://www.agriculture.pa.gov//spotted/Pages/default.aspx Courtesy of Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture

Local firefighting forces in communities with less than 10,000 residents can now apply for wildfire assistance grants to be used for training and equipment purchases directly related to fighting brush and forest fires. Learn more http://bit.ly/3lktXtN #PAWildfire #DCNRgrants

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Exciting News! Watch for more information in the future........

Please be safe and prepared. Limit travel if possible and allow extra time if you must travel.