Disasters
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Because of Missouri’s geography, the state is frequently visited by natural disasters. Ice storms, tornadoes, severe storms, and flooding are all common occurrences in Missouri. This page links to resources that will help you prepare for and recover from such an event.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergencies: 9-1-1
Highway Patrol: (800) 525-5555
Highway Patrol (cell): *55
Environmental Emergency Response: (573) 634-2436
Plan and Prepare
Plan for a particular type of emergency by selecting the appropriate link below:
Disaster History
Review past disasters and emergencies, including blizzards, tornadoes and floods.
Recover and Rebuild
SEMA’s “Recover and Rebuild” pages can help you find disaster assistance, avoid scams, and get involved in relief efforts by donating or volunteering.
Weather and Current Conditions
Maps and data help provide clarity for situational awareness.
Emergency Management Professionals
Are you an emergency management professional looking for training or resources you need during an emergency? SEMA coordinates Missouri’s response to natural disasters and other emergencies. Visit the SEMA website for more information.
Early Education & Child Care
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File a complaint against a provider
If you suspect child abuse, neglect or exploitation at a child care facility, contact the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-392-3738. You may also file a complaint online or by mail.
Additional information for parents about child care in Missouri is available from the Department of Health & Senior Services.
Information for child care providers
Depending on the number of children you will provide care for, you may need a license to be a child care provider in Missouri. Learn if you need a license and how to apply.
Early Education Programs
Parents as Teachers
Parents as Teachers began in Missouri to help educate first-time parents of newborns about child rearing. It then expanded to all 50 states and seven other countries. Learn how to get training from education professionals on the best practices for raising your child. Contact your local school district to participate.
Head Start
Head Start is a national program that promotes school readiness by enhancing the social and cognitive development of children through the provision of educational, health, nutritional, social and other services to enrolled children and families. Visit a Head Start Center.
First Steps
First Steps is Missouri’s Early Intervention system for infants and toddlers, birth to age 3 who have delayed development or diagnosed conditions that are associated with developmental disabilities.
