10 Dec 2021

Louisville District responds to Kentucky tornado disaster

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Louisville District is working in partnership with local, state and federal agencies in response to the severe storms and tornadoes, which impacted western Kentucky the evening of Dec. 10, 2021. When disasters occur, USACE works under the direction of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to support state and local governments in responding to major disasters.

11 Jun 2021

USACE Vicksburg District reopens Hernando Point Campground at Arkabutla Lake

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Vicksburg District will begin reopening Hernando Point Campground at Arkabutla Lake June 14.

23 Apr 2020

Debris team wrapping up FEMA technical support mission in Middle Tennessee

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 23, 2020) – The Corps of Engineers’ team supporting clean-up efforts in Middle Tennessee in the wake of deadly tornadoes that devastated the region in early March is wrapping up its FEMA technical support mission where contractors have removed an estimated 450,000 cubic yards of debris, enough to fill 137 Olympic-size swimming pools.

5 May 2016

Be weather aware, have a safety plan for outdoor recreation

With the arrival of the outdoor recreation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District reminds outdoor enthusiasts and recreationalists to be weather aware when visiting Corps lakes and recreation areas.

13 Jun 2013

USACE responds to FEMA mission in aftermath of Oklahoma tornadoes

OKLAHOMA CITY - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees were among the first on the scene following the May 2013 tornado outbreak in Oklahoma. Members of the USACE Emergency Support Function III deployed to the scene hours after destructive tornadoes ripped through several areas in the state, with the most extensive damage in the cities of Shawnee, Moore and El Reno.