Hurricane Preparedness -- Hurricane season officially begins June 1

It’s smart to get ready for hurricane and flash flooding season, which begins June 1. Purchasing supplies is important, but it’s critical to make a family emergency plan. Protect your family now by making a plan. It is free, simple, and will make a big difference. 

To Prepare:

Uses the following sites to learn about simple, low-cost steps to prepare your family or business for hurricanes, flooding and many other hazards.

• Visit www.ReadyVirginia.gov for preparation steps from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.
• See the Tropical Cyclone Preparedness guide at http://www.weather.gov/os/hurricane/resources/TropicalCyclones11.pdf from the U.S. National Hurricane Center.
• Visit alexandriava.gov/Hurricane for preparation steps from the City of Alexandria.

During Hurricane Season:

• Track storms from http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/ at the National Hurricane Center’s website.
• See local updates at alexandria.gov/Storm from the City of Alexandria.

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