Provides emergency management and disaster preparedness.

Liaison between the Virginia State Emergency Management Division and other state agencies during disasters and works with local Law Enforcement, Fire Departments, EMS, Volunteer Rescue Squads and others, coordinating the planning, response, recovery and mitigation activities for natural and man made disasters.

There are no declared emergencies at this time.

The Disaster Services program is charged with responding to the needs of victims of disasters throughout our service area. Such disasters include, but are not limited to, single and multiple family fires, floods, winters storms, and transportation mishaps. In responding to verifiable emergencies, volunteer Disaster Action Team members are authorized to provide emergency food, clothing and shelter to assist families to again become self sufficient, and to reduce stress and hardships. Offers disaster preparedness services and disaster training classes.

Weather Update Snow chances linger today, finally ending by late morning/early afternoon along and east of I-81, in the afternoon for much of Central Virginia, and the evening for eastern and western Virginia. • One last round of snow could bring additional accumulations of <1” to the Commonwealth • Roads will continue to be very dangerous with additional light snow, strong winds causing blowing and drifting, and road salt becoming less effective or even ineffective due to the extreme cold. • Winds pick up significantly later this morning, gusting out of the northwest at 25-40mph+, and remaining strong through Friday. Additional power outages are possible, along with tree damage due to the wind. • Temperatures remain exceptionally cold through Saturday morning. Due to this significant cold, we will not see appreciable snow melt until the weekend, when temperatures rise into the 40s to near 50. Daytime melting and overnight refreeze will be a concern this weekend. Temperatures next week will be a lot milder, especially come Tuesday. • River Flood Warnings are still in effect for: o the Appomattox River at Matoaca affecting the city of Petersburg, and portions of Chesterfield and Dinwiddie counties o Appomattox River at Mattoax affecting portions of Chesterfield, Powhatan, and Amelia counties o Nottoway River at Sebrell affecting portions of Sussex and Southampton • Snow Totals Snapshot o 12.5” Chesapeake o 11.5” Norfolk International o 10.5” Northampton 10” o Portsmouth o 8.8” Tabb (York) o 7.8” Wills Corner (Isle of Wight) o 6.5” Chincoteague o 6.5” Smithfield o 6.3” Ware Neck (Gloucester) o 6.2” Wakefield o 6” Pattersons Store (Nottoway) o 5.8” Meadowville (Chesterfield) o 5.6” Roxbury (Charles City) o 5.5” Cape Charles o 5” Mountcastle (New Kent) o 5” Petersburg o 5” Bottoms Bridge (Henrico) o 5” Mathews o 3” Jonesville (Lee) o 3.2” Short Pump o 3” Midlothian o 3” Holly Hills (Powhatan) o 3” South Hill o 2” Charlottesville o 2” Massanutten o 2” Pound

Activates and coordinates emergency services in times of disaster for the City of Buena Vista.

Emergency Management for County of Westmoreland.

The office prepares contingency plans, conducts practice drills, provides warning, manages response and coordinates damage assessment and recovery after a disaster. Including evacuation Info, School Info, Roads, Special services for Elderly & Disabled, Local govt business information.

Implements and coordinates a emergency operations response as outlined in the County Emergency Operating Plan. Louisa County is unique since we must plan and prepare for emergencies at the North Anna Nuclear Power Station under the Radiological Emergency Response Plan. Public inquiry line provides special services for the elderly and disabled, provides local government, business information.

Coordinates emergency operations and communications for disaster preparedness. For Disaster information and assistance, please call: Page County Office of Emergency Management: (540)743-4142 24/7 contact is available via the Page County Sheriff's Office. (540)743-6571. Disaster efforts are coordinated through Shenandoah County Red Cross.

VDEM Extreme heat often results in the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards. It’s defined as a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. In extreme heat, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. This can lead to death by overworking the human body. Remember that: • Older adults, children, and sick or overweight individuals are at greater risk from extreme heat. • Humidity increases the feeling of heat as measured by a heat index. IF YOU ARE UNDER AN EXTREME HEAT WARNING: • Find air conditioning. • Avoid strenuous activities. • Watch for heat illness. • Wear light clothing. • Check on family members and neighbors. • Drink plenty of fluids. • Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. • Never leave people or pets in a closed car. Prepare NOW • Find places in your community where you can go to get cool. • Learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illness. • Keep your home cool by doing the following: o Cover windows with drapes or shades. o Weather-strip doors and windows. o Use window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, to reflect heat back outside. o Add insulation to keep the heat out. o Use attic fans to clear hot air. o Install window air conditioners and insulate around them. Be Safe DURING • Never leave a child, adult, or animal alone inside a vehicle on a warm day. • Find places with air conditioning. Libraries, shopping malls, and community centers can provide a cool place to take a break from the heat. • If you’re outside, find shade. Wear a hat wide enough to protect your face. • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. If you or someone you care for is on a special diet, ask a doctor how best to accommodate it. • Do not use electric fans when the temperature outside is more than 95 degrees, as this could increase the risk of heat-related illness. Fans create air flow and a false sense of comfort but do not reduce body temperature. • Avoid high-energy activities. • Check yourself, family members, and neighbors for signs of heat-related illness. RECOGNIZE AND RESPOND Know the signs of heat-related illness and the ways to respond to it: HEAT CRAMPS • Signs: Muscle pains or spasms in the stomach, arms, or legs • Actions: Go to a cooler location. Remove excess clothing. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if cramps last more than an hour. HEAT EXHAUSTION • Signs: Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, or fainting • Actions: Go to an air-conditioned place and lie down. Loosen or remove clothing. Take a cool bath. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if symptoms get worse or last more than an hour. HEAT STROKE • Signs: Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) taken orally; red, hot, and dry skin with no sweat; rapid, strong pulse; dizziness; confusion; or unconsciousness • Actions: Call 911 or get the person to a hospital immediately. Cool down with whatever methods are available until medical help arrives. Other Resources: • FEMA’s Ready campaign • Virginia Department of Health • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Provides a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter and the principles of the International Red Cross movement.

Provides pre-planning, preparation, mitigation, response and recovery for natural and man made disasters and major emergencies. Includes provisions for law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical response, specialty rescue, emergency communications, enhanced 9-1-1 and hazardous material responses for the Town of Blacksburg, Town of Christiansburg and rural Montgomery County. Emergency Manager is Neal Turner.

To coordinate the City's response to major emergencies or disasters, whether natural or manmade, with the primary goal being: to save lives, prevent injuries, and protect property and the environment.

Responsible for coordinating emergency services activities within Floyd County. A close relationship exists between the Department and the volunteer fire and rescue organizations. Maintains a County Emergency Operations Plan and a Hazardous Materials Response Plan. Is the point of contact for the County's Enhanced 9-1-1 (E-9-1-1) system and to report a stolen street name signs and requesting replacement signs.

Activates and coordinates all emergency services in the city of Harrisonburg. The Director of Emergency Services, works with the Emergency Services Coordinator, Larry Shifflett, Fire Chief, who is responsible for Command and Control and Robert Symons, Fire Chief of Rockingham County. In times of emergency or disaster, Jim Junkins, the Director of Emergency Communications will activate an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in the Office of Emergency Communications. An emergency information line will also be activated: (540)442-9111. This will be staffed 24/7 for the public to call for emergency/disaster information.

Does not provide general financial assistance. Offers classes for first aid, HIV/AIDS and fire safety. Provides disaster services and emergency shelter in times of disaster as well as contact for military families in cases of emergency. Volunteer opportunities available. Phone 276-645-6650 (available 24/7 for emergencies)or toll free in VA 866-645-6650

Personal Preparedness Actions During a winter storm, stay off the roads as much as possible and only drive when absolutely necessary. Always give snowplows and responders the right of way. Never use a generator, grill, camp stove or gasoline, propane, natural gas or charcoal burning device inside your home, garage, basement, crawlspace or any other partially enclosed area. Snow shoveling is a known trigger for heart attacks. Always avoid overexertion when shoveling. When severe weather occurs, plan to check on elderly or disabled neighbors and relatives. If you must travel, know road conditions before you leave home. Visit 511.vdot.virginia.gov, check the 511 Virginia mobile app, or call 511 while in Virginia for information on road and traffic conditions. Protect yourself from Frostbite. Hands, feet and face are the most commonly affected areas so wear a hat, mittens (which are warmer than gloves) and cover your mouth with a scarf to reduce heat loss. Keep dry. Change out of wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer or heavy clothing. Prepare your home Make sure your home is properly insulated Check the weather stripping around your windows and doors Learn how to shut off water valves in case a pipe bursts Have additional heat sources on hand in case of a power outages Keep a fire extinguisher accessible Replace the batteries in your Carbon Monoxide detector annually Prepare your car Batteries lose power as temperatures drop, be sure to have yours tested Check your car’s antifreeze level Have your radiator system serviced Replace your car’s windshield wiper fluid with a wintertime mix Proactively replace your car’s worn tires and wiper blades To help with visibility, clean off your car entirely – including your trunk, roof, windows and headlights Please heed warnings to avoid travel. If you absolutely have to be on the roadway, prepare your vehicle and have a kit for you and your passengers. This could include items such as: Blankets Drinking water and snacks for everyone in the car, including pets Boots Basic first-aid kit Warm coat and insulating layers (sweatpants, gloves, hat, socks,) Rags, paper towels or pre-moistened wipes Basic set of tools Car emergency warning devices such as road flares or reflectors Ice scraper/snow brush Jumper cables/jump pack Fire extinguisher Cash Items for children such as diapers, baby wipes, toys, etc. Flashlight, with extra batteries Hand warmers Paper map Portable smartphone power bank Extra medication Garbage bags Traction aid such as sand, salt or non-clumping cat litter Tarp, raincoat and gloves Shovel To learn more about how to prepare yourself, your family, and your business for winter weather, visit www.vaemergency.gov/winter-weather. For real-time traffic conditions anywhere in the state, dial 5-1-1 or visit 511.vdot.virginia.gov.

To plan, prepare for and mitigate emergencies; educate the public on preparedness; coordinate and support responses to and recovery from emergencies; collect and disseminate critical information.

Coordinates with local and State authorities in time disaster. Coordinates communication for 911.

Coordinates and activates emergency services in the time of disaster, (i.e., rescue, sheltering and medical care). Assigns agencies and volunteer groups at the local level to coordinate and carry out the disaster plan. Also provides emergency training for volunteers. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training was developed to teach ordinary citizens to care for themselves, their families, neighbors and co-workers in the event of an emergency or disaster where emergency responders might be delayed. If a disaster occurs, information on shelters, food, medical care, evacuation routes, etc. can be obtained by calling (540)434-4436 (line is activated during a disaster only and staffed by volunteers).

The Department of Public Safety coordinates all emergency services in Henry County. Department personnel directs and coordinates the efforts of the department and work to keep the department and community in a state of readiness in the event a disaster were to strike.

Help you prepare for disasters that take place when you're at home, work or on the road. Find out how to become active in community preparedness activities obtain additional skills that are useful for responding during disasters. Learn about local, regional and national resources for information and materials. Understand how your County is preparing and how we will respond during disasters. Learn how to obtain and provide information during disasters.

A emergency response and mitigation system that meets the current and future needs of the citizens of Hanover County in response to all emergency situations, accidental, natural or manmade.

Town of Bedford's office of Emergency Management is responsible for local disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. The Code of Virginia requires each locality to have a director of emergency management and may appoint a coordinator of emergency management. The Town maintains a local emergency operations plan and is required to regularly hold exercises to test the plan.