Prepare for an Emergency
Knowing the basic skills of what to do in an emergency situation could be the difference between life and death. Make sure you and everyone in your home are properly and adequately prepared with these basic skills.
Safety Information for Residents
Local Resources
Madison County Emergency Management Public Information: The Madison County Communications Department runs a public website to stay current on local conditions and hazards to be aware of in order to prepare you for an outing or potential disaster. The site covers topics including local and national news, fires, earthquakes, hydrology, power, traffic, weather, and county information.
You can visit the webpage here.
Agencies Supporting Rexburg Safety and Wellness
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Services: Rexburg Office, 333 Walker Drive, Rexburg, ID 83440
Red Cross of Eastern Idaho: Idaho Falls Office, 1755 N. Yellowstone Highway #4, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Madison Memorial Hospital: 450 E Main St, Rexburg, ID 83440: (208) 359-6900
***Much of the safety information on rexburg.org has been sourced from Ready.gov.
Safety Resources
General Safety Tips
Severe Weather Safety Tips
Severe weather in Rexburg could include:
Floods
Thunder & Lightning
Winter Weather
Extreme Cold
and Extreme Heat
Learn more about what you can do to stay safe in these conditions.
Water Safety Tips
The Hard Facts About Drowning
Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among children between 1 and 4 years old.
Idaho is the second leading state for childhood drownings.
Drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children 19 and under.
Children less than a year old are more likely to drown at home in the bathtub or a bucket and can drown with less than 1" of water present.
Home and Business Safety Tips
Cooking, Home Heating Equipment, and Electrical fires are all common occurrences in homes and businesses according to the NFPA. Learn safe habits for using and caring for this equipment to ensure the safety of your spaces!
Are you prepared for a fire? No time like the present! Learn how to prepare your home and family.
Holiday Celebration Safety Tips
The holidays are full of fun! Learn to ensure that the fun goes on as planned across all the major holidays of winter, fall, and summer!
Outdoor Recreation Safety Tips
Rexburg is surrounded by world-class recreation adventure opportunities!
Whether you're hitting the sand dunes, camping in one of the beautiful nearby national forests, spending a day on the water, or the slopes, whatever the season and the adventure, check here for great safety tips and resources!
Personal Safety Tips
The Rexburg Police Department and the Madison Fire Department are dedicated to our community's safety. When it comes to personal safety, there are a few things you can keep in mind in today's climate to ensure you are protected.
Topics include cyber security, fraud & common scams, credit & identity theft, attacks in public spaces, & mental health.
Share the Road: Safety Tips for Drivers and Pedestrians
"Share the road" is a campaign from the City of Rexburg and BYU-Idaho to help drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists that they all have the right to use the road. Pedestrians and bicyclists especially face safety challenges, such as being smaller and less visible than a vehicle. Here we share tips for keeping everyone safe while using our city streets!