Before
Emergencies and disasters can strike anywhere, sometimes without warning. Make sure you and your family are prepared for whatever may come your way.
Make a Plan
An emergency plan provides a framework to keep your family safe during a crisis.
Build a Kit
It could take several days for help to arrive during a disaster. It is important to have a three-day supply of necessary items for each member of your household.
Protect Your Property
Ensure your personal belongings and assets are secured. Have an extra copy of important documents such as insurance papers and financial documents.
Know Your Hazards
Understand the various threats and hazards that could occur in Virginia Beach. Some events are more likely to occur than others and could require additional preparation.
Critical Hazard - High Risk
- Flooding
- Tropical/coastal storm
- Sea level rise and land subsidence
Critical Hazard - Moderate Risk
- Winter storm
- Tornado
- Hazardous materials incident
Non-Critical Hazard - Low Risk
- Earthquake
- Wildfire
- Flooding due to impoundment
- Failure/high hazard dam
- Pandemic flu/communicable disease
- Radon exposure
Negligible
- Extreme heat
- Landslide/shoreline erosion
- Drought
Learn About Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Management staff are available to deliver presentations, set up emergency preparedness exhibits at local festivals or fairs and work with organizations, business, nonprofits, and others to strengthen the community’s emergency preparedness. Complete the form to request EM at your next event.
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