Public Safety for Town of Buchanan residents is provided by several entities including the following:

• Town of Buchanan Fire & Rescue
• Town of Buchanan EMS
• Outagamie County Sheriff's Department
• Wrightstown, Harrison & Hollandtown Fire Departments

Buchanan Fire & Rescue and First Responders are volunteer departments of the Town of Buchanan.  The Town contracts with the Outagamie County Sheriff's Department to provide deputies who provide nearly 24-hour coverage to the Town.  The Town also contracts with the Wrightstown Fire Department and Hollandtown Fire Department to serve the eastern portion of the Town with fire protection.

All Emergency Calls - DIAL 911

For further information on what happens when 911 is dialed in Outagamie County Click Here.

Flood Safety Tips from the National Weather Service and the Town's Emergency Manager

• Many floods occur along streams and rivers, and if the water table is running high, flooding can occur in low spots and basements of buildings completely outside of the river flood plain.  You can determine your risk by knowing your proximity to the water.
• Urban areas have a risk for flash floods due to increased runoff from buildings, roads and parking lots.  Low spots, such as underpasses an basements, can become death traps.
• Dam failures have played a deadly role in the history of flash flooding.  Be aware of dams upstream from your location.  Earthen dams and associated embankments are more easily compromised by heavy rainfall.
• If a flood warning is issued or flooding is observed, move to higher ground.
• When camping or hiking near a stream or river, listen to the latest weather forecasts and keep away from the water if thunderstorms are expected.  Never try to walk or drive onto a river sandbar to observe water levels-unexpected rising water levels may trap you!
• Do not attempt to walk or drive through a flooded roadway or intersection.  Only six inches of fast-flowing water can knock an adult off their feet.  And it takes just two feet of moving water to float a vehicle.  Turn around, don't drown!
  

Severe Weather Information

Spring not only brings tornados but severe thunderstorms, hail, lightning and heat waves to our area.  For more information on becoming prepared contact the Outagamie County Emergency Management Office for tips and information on NOAA weather radios.

For information in locating the best place to take shelter in your home go to the Green Bay National Weather Service website.