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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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FEMA, SBA continue recovery efforts for Virginia hurricane survivors
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Foundations of Emergency Management
This course provides a broad introduction to emergency management as a community of practice and as a profession. Emergency management is a dynamic, multi-phased...
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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.