Emergency Alerts

In an emergency, call 911.

If you are not experiencing an emergency but have a question for Dearborn Fire or Police, contact their non-emergency lines. 

 

 

313-943-3030

Dearborn Police Non-Emergency

313-943-2100

Dearborn Fire Non-Emergency

Emergency & Service Alerts

Sign up to receive text alerts from the City of Dearborn regarding emergencies and major service disruptions through Nixle. 

 

To sign up, text your zip code to 888-777 or visit Nixle.com

Jan 26, 2026 - Jan 28, 2026
Utility Disruptions, Water Main Breaks & Maintenance

WATER SERVICE ALERT: Water Main Break (1/26/2026)

The Department of Public Works is repairing a water main break at 25000 Michigan Ave, between Cambridge and Woodcroft streets. The westbound lanes of Michigan Ave will be closed for repairs. Please avoid this area while crews are working, and review the following water use instructions once service is restored. 

 


 

Jan 25, 2026 - Jan 28, 2026
Severe Weather

ALERT: SNOW EMERGENCY EXTENDED - Keep Parked Vehicles Off City Streets (01/26/2026)

The City of Dearborn's Snow Emergency will remain active until 5 p.m. today, Monday, Jan. 26.

Jan 25, 2026 - Jan 27, 2026
Severe Weather

SNOW EMERGENCY ALERT: Alarms will begin to sound for a Snow Emergency, beginning at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 (1/25/2025)

The City of Dearborn has declared a snow emergency on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m. All vehicles must be removed from the streets for safe and efficient clearing. 

Jan 24, 2026 - Jan 26, 2026
Severe Weather

WINTER WEATHER PREPAREDNESS ALERT: Residents are advised that vehicles must be removed from the street on Saturday, Jan 24, 2026 (01/24/2026)

Vehicles must be removed from City streets on Saturday, Jan 24, 2026. If a Snow Emergency is declared, outdoor city sirens will sound approximately one hour before plowing begins, and ticket enforcement will follow. 

 

 

Jan 23, 2026 - Jan 26, 2026
Severe Weather

ALERT: City warming centers open this Friday through Sunday during regular business hours (01/23/2026)

Extreme winter weather, including heavy snow, dangerously low temperatures, and wind chills below zero is expected this weekend. Dearborn warming centers will be available at the Police Department, The Center, and the Centennial Library from Jan. 23-25.

 

 

Jan 23, 2026 - Jan 26, 2026
Utility Disruptions, Water Main Breaks & Maintenance

WATER SERVICE ALERT: Water Main Break (1/23/2026)

The Department of Public Works is repairing a water main break at 21742 Olmstead between Monroe and Elmdale streets. Please avoid this area while crews are working, and review the following water use instructions once service is restored.