Emergency Preparedness
Public safety is a group effort between residents, businesses and city government. Everyone plays a part when it comes to community emergencies.
Most City offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 24-25 for the Christmas Holiday. City trash and recycling services scheduled for Wednesday will be served on Monday, Dec. 23. For a full list of closures and alternative schedules, please read the Christmas & New Year’s operating schedule press release.
Learn MorePublic safety is a group effort between residents, businesses and city government. Everyone plays a part when it comes to community emergencies.
Use this template to create a personalized emergency preparedness plan for you or your family.
In the event of a major storm, Virginia Beach may activate evacuation centers.
Make sure you know what to do and where to go in the event an evacuation order is issued.
Learn about sources of emergency information and how to sign up for alerts from the City.
An emergency plan provides a framework to keep your family safe during a crisis.
The City's emergency site will be activated in the event of a natural disaster or significant event to keep residents and visitors up to date with important related information.
Stay ahead. Stay informed.
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