Emergency services in South Dakota are coordinated through the state emergency management agency, which works with county offices, first responders, and federal partners to prepare for and respond to disasters unique to the region's geography and hazard profile.
Emergency Services locations are available in 14 cities across South Dakota. They are spread across 13 counties.
Cities with the highest concentration include Belle Fourche, De Smet, Oelrichs, which have dedicated emergency management offices serving large populations and complex infrastructure.
Residents of South Dakota should sign up for their county's emergency alert system and follow the state emergency management agency on social media for real-time updates during disasters and severe weather events.
Residents of South Dakota should register for their county's emergency alert system and keep a go-bag packed with essentials including medications, documents, water, and a battery-powered radio in case of an emergency requiring rapid evacuation.
Browse Emergency Services by county across South Dakota to find the nearest location.