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The Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management coordinates Virginia's emergency prep/response/recovery (Account not monitored 24/7 - Call 911 to report emergencies)

Richmond, VA
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Joined August 2008
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  1. Retweeted
    Sep 20

    Results from Monday's tornadoes confirmed 9 tornadoes produced by 6 different thunderstorms. The fist occurred in Mecklenburg around 1035 am. Chesterfield, Richmond and Henrico saw multiple tornados from 302 pm through 410 pm. For deals visit

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  2. Sep 20

    Review the September 17 Tornado Summary from the at

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  3. Sep 19

    Want to volunteer or donate to help with Hurricane Florence relief? Visit to find out the best ways to get involved (and what not to do).

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    Sep 17

    Due to severe weather across much of the East Coast and ongoing response efforts, the national emergency alert test has been postponed to the backup date of Oct. 3, 2018 at 2:18 PM EDT. If you have questions about the test, visit the FAQ at .

    A graphic showing a phone that has a Presidential Alert on the screen. On the left hand side is information aout the Wireless Emergency Alert test, which will send a message through your mobile carrier to your phone. This is different from a text message and your phone number will not be shared. You can't opt out of Presidential Alert. The Alerts has been postponed to the backup date of October 3, 2018 at 2:18 PM EDT
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  5. Sep 18

    Story Map: Track Hurricane Florence's projected path along her actual path with corresponding strategic decisions made by the Commonwealth:

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  6. Sep 18

    As you build and evaluate your family emergency communication plan, take two simple steps today: download the Virginia 511 mobile app and the FEMA app.

    As a result of yesterday's severe storms and tornados, numerous roads are closed throughout the Commonwealth due to high water and debris. For your safety, please use the Virginia 511 mobile app for real-time road updates, which you can also access here: .
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  7. Sep 18

    WRIC 8’s Sara McCloskey visited the Virginia EOC to cover VDEM’s efforts to send personnel and resources to North Carolina to aid in their response to , all while Virginia is responding to its own flooding and tornadoes spawned from Florence.

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  8. Sep 18

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  9. Retweeted
    Sep 17

    I want to take time to thank our local governments and first responders for their dedication to keeping Virginians safe as storm impacts turned to the Commonwealth today. Our hearts are with the family who experienced the loss of a loved one.

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  10. Retweeted
    Sep 18

    Dan River as of 8 am Tuesday morning - NWS levels say the river is at 22.33 feet. It’s projected to crest at 25.5 feet later this afternoon.

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    Sep 18

    Warm and humid once again today with some scattered afternoon showers. NWS Survey teams will be out in the field today to assess damage from yesterday's storms. Full details will be posted as they become available.

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    Sep 17

    It was a deadly day in Virginia as several tornadoes ripped through the state Monday, causing significant damage and killing one person:

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    Sep 18

    Traffic Alert : Rt. 15 (James Madison Hwy) is closed, south of Route 250, near Route 631 (Troy Rd.) due to a washout. crews are on scene. There is no ETA for reopening. Rt. 616 (Union Mills Rd.) is also closed btwn Rt. 15 and S Boston Rd./Rt. 600 due to a washout.

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  14. Retweeted
    Sep 18

    Heavy downpours overnight result in additional road closures due to downed trees and flooding. Call 511 or view road conditions online at before you travel today.

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  15. Retweeted
    Sep 18

    Drive slowly this morning!

    Over a dozen roads flooded and closed following yesterday’s storm and possible tornadoes. We are on with weather updates and everything you need to know before you head out the door ❤️
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  16. Retweeted
    Sep 18

    The New River at Radford, VA has fallen below flood stage as of 4am this morning. Flood warnings continue for the Dan River, with moderate flooding occurring or forecast, with minor flooding forecast for Randolph, VA along the Roanoke River. Details here:

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    Sep 17

    Take a look at these drone photos showing the damage left behind from a tornado in the area of Speeks Drive and Hull Street Road Monday afternoon. One person is dead after the Old Dominion Floor warehouse was reduced to rubble. Photos: Story:

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    Sep 17

    Drone footage taken in the area of Hull Street Road/Speeks Drive today

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    Sep 17

    9:35PM MON - Flood Warnings remain in effect for locations in bright green. Flash Flood Watches & River Flood Watches remain in effect for areas in dark green. Showers & thunderstorms will continue to move from SW to NE across portions of the region. Turn around, don't drown.

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    Sep 17

    Know how to report a power outage?

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