Emergency Management Alliance of Central Virginia

11/03/2023

We're excited to share that this month's Member Spotlight is Eric Seymour! 📢👏 Eric is the Warning Coordination Meteorologist - he has been working in his role for 15 years. Eric enjoys educating the public on weather hazards and what actions they need to take based upon the forecast. His favorite part about the Alliance is working in outreach and education.

In his past time, Eric enjoys coaching and playing sports, landscaping and playing cards/board games. His fun fact is that he spent four years working at the Weather Channel. During a baby shower for his first child, he received a phone call of congratulations from Jim Cantore as he was covering Hurricane Dennis on the Outer Banks! ⛈

Eric would like to share some information about Skywarn Spotter training that is available this fall: https://www.weather.gov/akq/SKYWARN

Thanks again, Eric, for participating in our feature this month! 👏

10/06/2023

The King William County CERT team recently held a damage assessment class for their CERT members. It was taught by King William County Emergency Management Coorindator Andrew Terry. Check out a photo of the class below!

10/04/2023

Last week we partnered with Chamber RVA and the U.S. Small Business Administration to host a Business Recovery Workshop - check out some photos of the event below!

09/29/2023

We're excited to share that this month's Member Spotlight is Nelson Diaz! 📢👏 Nelson is the Community Engagement Specialist for 211 Virginia - he has been working in emergency management for four years. Nelson is passionate about sharing preparedness, training, and planning with the community to better prepare them for disasters and minimizing their impact. His favorite part of the is the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals who are dedicated to helping the residents of Central Virginia prepare for and respond to emergencies. He also appreciates our focus on community outreach and education on how to prepare for emergencies.

In his past time, Nelson enjoys exploring new places, cultures, and cuisines with his wife. ✈️ He also enjoys collecting art including paintings, sculptures, and books.

Nelson would like to share some information about upcoming events - it's Hispanic Heritage Month and 211 Virginia is celebrating the contributions of Virginians of Hispanic Heritage. They would like to invite partners to join in the festivities from September 15 to October 15. Also, check out the Virginia Hispanic Chamber's 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Calendar of Events at www.vahcc.com.

Thanks again, Nelson, for participating in our feature this month! 😀

09/22/2023

To plan ahead for an emergency, you’ll want to build a supply kit of must-have items. See what essentials our safety experts Nutzy & Parney are packing to ensure you have the same supplies on hand. Find a downloadable checklist at https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/build-a-kit.

09/20/2023

Could you use some financial help with home energy costs? Low-income housing benefits are available. To find out if you’re eligible, click here: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/benefit/ea/

09/14/2023

There’s no substitute for having a plan – and that goes for your pets, too. For essential prep tips that could make all the difference in keeping your pets safe, click here: https://planrva.org/emergency- management-home/how-to-help-friends-and-family-children/pets/

09/12/2023

Committing to preparedness today is the best way to ensure your business is safe from risks. For practical actions you can take to ready your company for emergencies, click here: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/business-preparation/

09/08/2023

We all play a role in protecting our community. Our resident safety experts Nutzy & Parney are back to show you what to do if you see or hear something suspicious. For more tips to help you stay safe, visit http://plansafe.org/.

09/06/2023

Come visit us and some of our partners this evening at the Diamond to learn more about pet preparedness and grab some swag for your furry family members 🐶 🐱!

Thanks to Hope Animal-Assisted Crisis Response, Chesterfield County Animal Services, Louisa CART, and Charles City County Sheriff's Office for joining us tonight to promote preparedness with the community!

09/06/2023

Your family may not be together when disaster strikes, which makes planning ahead key to navigating a real-life emergency. For more guidance to keep your loved ones safe, click here: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/make-a-plan/

09/01/2023

This National Preparedness Month, learn how to protect the life you’ve built and ensure your legacy. Keep your family emergency-ready with these helpful tips. http://plansafe.org/

08/21/2023

On August 1st, the Middlesex Department of Health taught a Revive program to the King William County CERT team and future CERT members! There were 11 members in attendance. King William will also be holding their next CERT academy in October. Great job, King William CERT, and we look forward to seeing you in our future regional events! 👏

08/15/2023

Join the Emergency Management Alliance of Central Virginia at the Diamond on Thursday. August 17th for Preparedness night with the Richmond Flying Squirrels . In addition to learning more about the Alliance and what we do, visit some of our partners Virginia Department of Emergency Management , Virginia Department of Forestry , @211 Virginia, CERT volunteers, and our preparedness table, grab some giveaways and preparedness supplies, and learn how to be prepared in emergencies!

07/28/2023

We're excited to share that this month's Member Spotlight is Chris Clark! 📢👏 Chris Clark is the Emergency Planner for Chesterfield, VA Emergency Management – she has been at her role for one year. Chris is also our Alliance Outreach Committee Vice Chair. Chris is passionate about developing relationships in emergency management, including sharing our contacts, lessons learned or even resources that can free up time and opportunity to do the next great thing in our communities. Newton had it right: we can see so much farther and do so much more if we stand on the shoulders of others. We definitely agree! 👏👏

Her favorite part of the Alliance are the contacts and relationships that she’s developed while participating in meetings. She’s had the opportunity to discover mentors, resources, and best practices from all over the region that have made her job much more efficient. In her pastime, Chris enjoys a variety of hobbies including reading, gardening, camping & swimming. Her fun fact is that she was a varsity fencer in university (Épée)! 🤺We very much enjoy working with Chris in the Alliance, and we’d like to thank her again for participating in our feature this month! 😀

07/27/2023

When preparing for an emergency, don’t forget to plan ahead for loved ones requiring special considerations. For more unique factors to consider, download our preparedness guide:https://planrva.org/wp-content/uploads/Emergency-Prepardness-Guide_0615_Digital.pdf

07/26/2023

If anyone knows a thing or two about keeping cool at the ballpark, it’s our resident safety experts, Nutzy & Parney. Watch and learn how to brave summer’s extreme heat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEenhognTbQ&list=PL-1pWk6K_XM9YvYkMue8zwOlnQejDFtJb&index=4

https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/common-emergencies-in-central-virginia/extreme-heat/

07/13/2023

Getting the most out of summer means staying out of harm’s way – and that starts with fire safety. Keep it top of mind with these helpful tips: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/common-emergencies-in-central-virginia/home-fires/

07/07/2023

Yesterday, we held our monthly Mass Care and Human Services Committee meeting and held a presentation on Red Cross Mass Care services. We’d also like to think American Red Cross Virginia Region for hosting us at their facility!

06/30/2023

We're excited to share that this month's Member Spotlight is Steven Nelson! 📢👏

Steven Nelson is the Emergency Management Coordinator for The Rappahannock Tribe. He has been working in emergency management for two years. He is passionate about the volunteerism aspect of emergency management, including helping neighbors, and being able to provide assistance to others when the need arises.

His favorite part of the Alliance is sharing ideas and getting to know other emergency management professionals. In his pastime, Steven enjoys a variety of hobbies including flying drones and fixed winged aircraft, exploring new places, relaxing at home, and photography. His fun fact is that he loves the simple things such as laughing and hanging out by the campfire with friends or relaxing with his dog.

Lastly, Steven would to share Save the Date information about the upcoming Sovereignty Conference on Thursday, September 14, 2023. Please contact the Alliance if you'd like that registration information! Thank you again, Steven, for participating in our feature this month! 😀

06/26/2023

There’s no shortage of safety steps you can take to prepare
for hurricane season, which typically lasts from June through November. For helpful tips on assembling disaster supplies ahead of time, visit: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/ common-emergencies-in-central-virginia/hurricanes/

06/14/2023

We’re excited to share that our regional exercise support unit trailer, or “ESU-1,” recently decided it’s wrap! This trailer will be available to travel around the region to support local and regional exercises, as well as community events.

01/26/2023

Interested in learning more about 2-1-1? 211 Virginia Week is coming up from February 6-11! Check out the post by Council of Community Services to find out how you can register.

01/26/2023

With winter weather up ahead, the key to safety is staying prepared indoors and out. Take caution with these helpful tips: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/common-emergencies-in-central-virginia/snowstorms-and-extreme-cold/

01/25/2023

Our partners at Chesterfield, VA Emergency Management are having a kit giveaway contest! 😎Only 6 more days to participate. Click on the post to find out more information on how to enter and sign-up for Chesterfield Alert!

01/23/2023

Job opportunity announcement! 📢 Our partners over in King William County are hiring an Assistant Emergency Manager position. Please see the position page for more details!

King William County is currently seeking candidates for the positions posted below.  Please click on a job to sign in and begin the application process.  For technical assistance please contact NEOGOV Applicant Support 855-524-5627 Monday - Friday 9am - 8 pm EST.

01/18/2023

‼️ Meeting Reminder ‼️

Alliance member and partners, our January Alliance regular meeting is scheduled for tomorrow morning on Zoom. Please see the calendar invite for the Zoom link and access information. See you then!

01/18/2023

Why spread germs when you can spread awareness? To keep yourself and others from getting sick, click here for more safety tips: https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/hygiene/etiquette/coughing_sneezing.html

01/12/2023

01/11/2023

Our partners over at the Central Virginia Healthcare Coalition are hiring a Preparedness, Exercise, and Training Coordinator! See their post for more details and how to apply.

CVHC PREPAREDNESS, EXERCISE AND TRAINING COORDINATOR NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS THROUGH WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2023 AT 17:00 HOURS TITLE: CVHC PET COORDINATORPOSITION STATUS: FULL TIMESALARY: $75,0…

01/05/2023

Today we held our first Mass Care & Human Services Committee meeting for the year! We would like to thank SERVPRO of Richmond/Henrico for hosting us at their Training Center today and providing a presentation on their disaster mitigation services. Our committee is looking forward to a great year with our mass care partners!

12/30/2022

Want to start 2022 off right? Don’t drink and drive – it’s as simple as that. For more holiday preparedness tips, visit https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/holiday-preparedness/.

12/22/2022

Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season. To celebrate safely and stay prepared, visit https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/holiday-preparedness/.

12/19/2022

Cooking is the main cause of home fires, especially during the holidays. Prioritize safety with these prevention tips: https://planrva.org/emergency-management-home/holiday-preparedness/.

12/15/2022

Today we held our annual Alliance Holiday Meeting and awards presentation! Congratulations to our Alliance members and partners who were recognized with Excellence in Emergency Management Awards for their hard work and contributions to emergency management in support of the region:
-Maj. Leslie Comer, Charles City County Sheriff's Office
-Louisa CART
-Steven Nelson, The Rappahannock Tribe
-Eric Seymour, US National Weather Service Wakefield VA
-Donald Hunter, Prince George County

Also thank you to Dinwiddie Fire & EMS for hosting us at their location!

12/14/2022

With winter weather up ahead, the key to safety is staying prepared indoors and out. Take caution with these helpful tips: https://planrva.org/.../comm.../snowstorms-and-extreme-cold/

12/08/2022

Yesterday, some of our Alliance members attended the Virginia Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster - VA VOAD and Emergency Management Partnership Day hosted by Virginia Department of Emergency Management! It was a great day of networking and conversation with our voluntary organization partners. Check out our photos to see who was in attendance!

American Red Cross Virginia Region 2-1-1 VIRGINIA Southwest Region Virginia Department of Health Greater Richmond Medical Reserve Corps Baptist General Association of Virginia