Roanoke Emergency Management

01/03/2025

❄️ Stay warm, stay safe! ☃️

Being prepared can make all the difference in the event of cold and winter weather. Don't forget these basic tips to help you this winter.
www.vaemergency.gov/winter-weather

05/07/2024

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07/28/2023

Here are some important tips for dealing with extreme heat: keep cool, dress for the weather by wearing lightweight, light colored clothes, and drink lots of water to stay hydrated.

Working outside in extreme heat?

Hydrate BEFORE. It will make it easier to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Hydrate AFTER. Most people need several hours to drink enough fluids to replace what they have lost through sweat.

03/31/2023

12/24/2022

12/22/2022

Tracking the weather for the end of this week into the holiday weekend. See the message from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and start preparing now.

PLAN AHEAD of the cold weather and high winds:
🌲 Trim your tree branches, especially dead limbs or loose limbs that could come down on your home.
🗑️ Keep your yard clear of loose objects and debris that could be turned into projectiles by higher wind gusts.
🎒 Prepare an emergency kit. High winds have been known to lead to power outages, so plan to have an emergency kit with everything you need to spend time without electricity.
💡 Check and prepare your generator to ensure it is in working condition and ready to go if needed.
📱 Follow trusted sources for the latest weather information and guidance.

More: https://bit.ly/3tHN1aI

09/29/2022

Great information if you use a generator during a power outage in the home.

GENERATOR SAFETY

In the event you lose power at your house and need to use a portable generator, Horry County Fire Rescue urges you to do so as safely as possible.

Generators can be extremely helpful in bridging the gap between having access to electricity, but also present fire and safety risks.

REMEMBER:

o NEVER use a generator inside a residence, garage or any kind of structure, even with an open door.
o NEVER use a generator if it's been damaged or is in a state of disrepair.
o ONLY use generators in well ventilated areas, away from open doors and windows. Exhaust fumes from generators can be deadly.
o ALWAYS have working and tested carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in your house. CO deaths rise as generator sales increase.
o ALWAYS turn off generators, and let them cool down, before refueling.
o ALWAYS store fuel containers (well labeled!) in a safe place, away from anything that could catch fire.
o ALWAYS use generators precisely to the manufacturer's recommendations.

09/16/2022

Happy National Preparedness Month! The life you've built is worth protecting & we’re here to help you create a lasting legacy for your family by preparing for future disasters. Follow Ready all month for tips to help you plan before a disaster strikes.

More: https://www.ready.gov/september

08/06/2022

Purchase qualifying items without paying sales tax in Virginia the first weekend in August.

07/21/2022

PSA: Introducing Star City Alerts, the NEW alert system we're using to keep YOU informed during emergency situations.

Star City Alerts is a FREE service that allows individuals to receive notifications sent from state and local authorities to stay informed on potentially hazardous situations involving weather, traffic and other emergencies.

The switch to Star City Alerts allows residents to receive alerts via text, email, and voice message that can provide critical information during emergency situations. Individuals who are signed up for alerts will receive reliable information about severe weather alerts, missing persons, evacuations due to hazardous materials or gas line ruptures, and interruptions to city services, including tailored updates based on their specific needs and geographic location.

Sign up here: https://www.smart911.com/smart911/ref/reg.action?pa=roanokeva

07/11/2022

RPD TRAFFIC ALERT

All westbound lanes of Orange Avenue NE are closed due to a water main break in the 2100 block.
The road will be closed for some time until the break can be repaired. All WB traffic is being diverted at Gus W Nicks Blvd NE.
Please use caution when traveling in this area, and be patient with road crews and other drivers.

01/13/2022

The City is actively monitoring the winter weather that is expected to impact our region and . We will keep the community informed as updates develop. In the meantime, we will start sharing our tips for safety and preparedness.

WHERE'S OUR STORM AT? So where is our storm for the weekend? Well our potential winter storm is currently lurking over the northern Rockies with a progression south & east through the northern/central Plains Fri-Sat. Impacts in our region look to start late Saturday night-Sunday. Source: NOAA Satellite and Information.