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We coordinate homeland security and emergency preparedness/response/recovery for Washington D.C.

10/22/2026

DC HSEMA welcomed federal, regional, and local partners to the District’s Emergency Operations Center for MGT 360, an incident management course offered by FEMA’s Center for Domestic Preparedness.

Participants practiced planning for complex emergencies, coordinating resources, and connecting on-scene responders with emergency operations center support.

DC HSEMA thanks the instructors who traveled to teach the course and everyone who participated in preparing to serve District residents and visitors.

10/21/2026

A resilient city is built block by block, and it starts with knowing the households around you.

Say hello to your neighbors. Check in on those who are older, have limited mobility, or may need a little extra support. Small things matter: sharing winter weather updates, helping clear a walkway after leaves and snow fall, or just offering a hand when someone needs it.

When we look out for each other, our whole community gets stronger.

Learn more: ready.dc.gov

10/20/2026

Emergency planning doesn’t need to be scary.

Set aside 15 minutes to talk with loved ones about topics like:
• A neighborhood meeting spot if you need to evacuate your home
• Important phone numbers to save in phones and on paper
• Unique household needs, such as medications, mobility considerations, and pets

Learn more at ready.dc.gov.

10/18/2026

Stay informed when it matters most.

Sign up for free real-time alerts from DC government including:

✅ Weather alerts
✅ Traffic disruptions
✅ Public safety notifications
✅ Government closures and delays

Sign up at alert.dc.gov.

10/17/2026

Cooling temperatures are a good reminder to start planning for winter weather - with your household and with your neighbors.

Get to know the people on your block and check in with each other before and during cold or snowy conditions. Sharing supplies like sidewalk salt and shovels, or lending a hand to neighbors who may need extra support, all adds up.

A more prepared city is built block by block, and it starts with looking out for one another.

Learn more: ready.dc.gov

10/16/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the District until 8:00 PM today, Friday, October 16. Heavy rain, hail and high winds are possible.

Take time to prepare.

Visit ready.dc.gov for more.

10/15/2026

A little shake-up to the workday: DC HSEMA took cover today for the Great ShakeOut, the world’s largest earthquake drill!

Take a minute to practice, too. If you’re indoors when shaking starts:
• DROP to your hands and knees.
• COVER your head and neck with your arms. Get under a sturdy table or desk if one is nearby.
• HOLD ON until the shaking stops.

Identify a safe spot at home, school and work.

More preparedness tips: ready.dc.gov

10/14/2026

The Earthquake drill is tomorrow, October 15 at 10:15 AM!

Join DC HSEMA and millions of people around the country for the largest earthquake drill in world. Practice earthquake safety at home, school, and work:
- DROP to your hands and knees
- COVER your head/neck with your arm and shelter under a sturdy table, desk or door frame
- HANG ON until shaking stops

Learn more: shakeout.org

10/13/2026

If you had ten minutes to leave your home, would you know what to take with you?

Pack an emergency go-bag to make sure you have what you need if you need to quickly leave.

Include essentials like medicine and food. Also pack items meaningful to you – like a family photo or favorite book.

Learn more: ready.dc.gov.

10/11/2026

Remnants of Hurricane Isaias are expected to bring rain, heavy at times, to the District today (October 11). Localized flooding is possible.

Know what flood alerts mean and how to respond:

🌧️ Flood Watch = Be Ready
Flooding is possible. Review your household emergency plan and monitor weather updates. Sign up for free emergency alerts at alert.dc.gov.

🌊 Flood Warning = Take Action
Flooding is occurring or expected to begin soon. If you are in a flood-prone area, move to higher ground and follow instructions from local officials.

Never walk, bike or drive through floodwater. If a road is flooded, turn around.

Find more preparedness tips at ready.dc.gov.

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+12027276161

Website

http://hsema.dc.gov/

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