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Winter Weather: Prepare & Make a Plan
Winter weather related emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and without warning, so it is important to talk to your family about the hazards...
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Thomas Jefferson Health District Medical Reserve Corps, Virginia Department of Emergency Management Partner to Train Disaster Volunteers to Aid Residents with Disabilities
Commonwealth Receives Over $650 Thousand in Pre-disaster and Flood Mitigation Grants
FEMA, SBA continue recovery efforts for Virginia hurricane survivors
Governor McAuliffe Declares State of Emergency in Response to Winter Storm
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Foundations of Emergency Management
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VDEM Ready Virginia Mobile App
MY PLAN
Add emergency contacts, establish meeting places and enter medical information to prepare for any emergency.
SUPPLY KIT
Ensure you and your family are equipped with flashlights, a first aid kit, a 3-day supply of food and more with this checklist.
'I AM SAFE'
In the event of an emergency, send a text message to all of your emergency contacts at once letting them know you are safe and alive.
MAPS
Identify nearby open shelters, hurricane evacuation routes, and areas that are at risk from storm surges.