Northern Virginia Regional Commission

03/14/2026

Flooding can happen at any time, and the lessons we’ve shared this week are just the beginning to being in NoVA. From knowing your flood risk and securing flood insurance to having an emergency kit and evacuation plan, the steps we take now can save lives and reduce property damage later.

03/13/2026

Real-time information matters when it comes to flooding. That’s why new rain gauges installed by Prince William and Arlington Counties have been added to the NOVA Flood Map—giving residents, staff, and decision-makers across the whole region better tools to monitor conditions and respond quickly.

03/12/2026

Did you know your standard homeowners insurance likely doesn’t cover flood damage? While it protects against things like fire or theft, flooding from heavy rain, snowmelt, or overflowing streams is usually excluded. That’s where flood insurance comes in. It’s a separate policy that helps protect your home and finances so you’re not facing those costs on your own.

03/11/2026

Protect your home from flooding before it happens! Try these simple, effective steps:

1. Install covers for basement window wells- keep rainwater from entering your basement
2. Add downspout extensions- stop rainwater from damaging your foundation and entering your home
3. Plant flood-smart trees like the American Sycamore, Sweetgum, or Common Hackberry- all local natives with demonstrated flood resilience AND flood reduction benefits

Take action now and safeguard your home from future floods!

03/10/2026

Did you know that even just six inches of fast-moving water can knock you off your feet, and a foot of water can carry away a car? Half of all flood-related drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood waters. If you encounter flooded roads or rising waters, Turn Around, Don’t Drown.

03/09/2026

That snow pile outside isn’t just winter scenery — it’s stored water. On average, 5 - 8 inches of packed snow equals ~ 1 inch of rain, and when temperatures rise, all of that frozen precipitation returns to the system at once. If the ground is frozen or drains are blocked, snowmelt can quickly lead to flooding. Snow today can mean runoff tomorrow —before and after snow events, be sure to clear drains, stay aware, and know your flood risk.

03/08/2026

Flooding is a community-wide issue, and it’s up to all of us to be informed and prepared. This , join us as we share information on flood risks, safety tips, and resources that can help protect our homes and loved ones in Northern Virginia. Together, we can make our region safer!

11/20/2025

NVRC is soliciting proposals from qualified individuals or firms to serve as an independent consultant for the development and implementation of a comprehensive social marketing strategy for a regional public education and outreach campaign around flood hazards. Proposals are due on December 10 by 5:00 pm with a questions deadline of November 25 at 5:00 pm. The RFP can be found here:
https://novaregion.org/DocumentCenter/View/15126/NVRC-Flood-Education-and-Outreach-Social-Marketing-RFP-2025?bidId=

Questions and proposals must be sent electronically to [email protected].

09/25/2025

🎉 The full program, including agenda + speaker lineup with speaker biographies, is LIVE for the 2025 Housing Symposium on October 6. This event is co-hosted by the Northern Virginia Regional Commission and the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship at GMU.

📅 October 6 | 📍 GMU Van Metre Hall – Arlington, VA

✨ Hear from leaders shaping housing’s future:
• Jeffrey Lubell (ULI Terwilliger Center – Keynote)
• Lisa Sturtevant (Bright MLS)
• Terry Clower (GMU Center for Regional Analysis)
• Stephanie Landrum (Alexandria Economic Development Partnership)
• Andrea O. Bailey (NVRC Vice Chair and Member, Prince William County Board of County Supervisors)
• Saif Rahman (Northern Virginia Building Industry Association)
• Helen McIlvaine (City of Alexandria Housing)
• Julie C***s (Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce)
AND MANY MORE

📖 Agenda highlights: Housing affordability, workforce housing, land use reform, economic vitality & more — plus a tour of a new affordable housing development in Arlington!

🎟️ Tickets: → https://novaregion.org/1479/Events
👉 Full program: → https://www.novaregion.org/DocumentCenter/View/14735/Agenda-2025-Housing-Symposium

08/28/2025

We are pleased to share our September monthly report. A little earlier due to the Labor Day holiday. As always, great work by our team. https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/xadMo1X0A9JsQ

08/27/2025

Data dashboard updated to reflect new unemployment data for July. No change in rate - 3.6%. It is ⏫ .8% from last July.

Northern Virginia income, economically disadvantage populations, workforce, and more demographics, data and graphs by region and county. Analyzed by the Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC).