DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) is responsible for ensuring the District of Columbia is prepared for all threats and hazards.
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We are part of DC Government and proudly serve the 700,000+ residents in DC.
Mission: The District of Columbia’s Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) supports and coordinates homeland security and emergency management efforts, ensuring that the District of Columbia’s all-hazards emergency operations are prepared to protect against, plan for, respond to, and recover from natural and man-made hazards. HSEMA is the sponsoring agency for the District's personal preparedness campaign, ReadyDC. To learn more, visit ready.dc.gov.
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2/21: @NWS_BaltWash has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for DC, which is in effect from 7AM to 3PM Monday, 2/22. Stay tuned to the local forecast for weather updates.
Review winter weather safety tips at http://ready.dc.gov/winterwx.
twitter.com/NWS_BaltWash/status/1363599721491795968
“Wintry precipitation will impact portions of the area Monday morning. See map for more details. Also, click on https://t.co/EA3POQ0ntC for more information.”
2/21: @NWS_BaltWash has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for DC, which is in effect from 7AM - 3PM Monday, 2/18. Stay tuned to the local forecast for weather updates. https://twitter.com/NWS_BaltWash/status/1363599721491795968
“Wintry precipitation will impact portions of the area Monday morning. See map for more details. Also, click on https://t.co/EA3POQ0ntC for more information.”
Today Mayor Bowser announced that beginning on Thursday, February 18, individuals who work in a grocery store setting, health and human services and social services outreach, manufacturing, and food packaging will become eligible to book vaccination appointments through http://vaccinate.dc.gov or the Call Center.
Here are the populations that DC is currently vaccinating.
#DCHOPE, #GetVaccinatedDC
2/17: @NWS_BaltWash has issued a Winter Storm Watch for DC, which is in effect from 3AM Thursday, 2/18 until 6AM Friday, 2/19. Stay tuned to the local forecast for weather updates.
“High pressure will keep the weather quiet today, but low pressure will bring a winter storm for Thursday. Keep up-to-date on our latest forecast at https://t.co/ZOlvERZ7E7”
Valentine’s Day or not, COVID-19 is still impacting our community. Before you cuddle up next to your honey, make sure you wash your hands with soap and warm water for as long as it takes to belt out the chorus of...
Know the roads before you go! Sign up for AlertDC to make sure you arrive on time for that special someone. Get started at alertdc.dc.gov.
Share your preparedness knowledge with your loved ones. Make sure they’re as ready as you. Roses could be nice, too! Visit ready.dc.gov/kit to get them started.
Grab the kids and pets and start building your kit. It’s more than the thought that counts this year. Visit ready.dc.gov/kit to get started.
We're so excited to welcome 7 new students to the HSEMA team! Our spring 2021 intern cohort is working through virtual orientation before jumping into the action next week. Help us show them some love & welcome them to the DC Gov family! #WeAreHSEMA
Set your heart aflame, not your house. Never leave burning candles unattended and make sure to keep them away from flammable items. For more safety tips, visit ready.dc.gov.
We know there’s pressure, but your partner will forgive you this year. Learn what you should and shouldn’t be doing this Valentine’s Day at coronavirus.dc.gov.
2/8 (12:23PM) US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington reports a 30% chance for light freezing rain tomorrow morning, February 8. This could lead to icy roads during the Tuesday morning rush-hour. Please plan ahead - give yourself extra time to get to your destination safely tomorrow! #WinterReadyDC
2/6 (10AM) US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Winter Storm Warning for DC, which is in effect from 3AM-12PM on Sunday, February 7.
Make sure you’re #WinterReadyDC. Review winter preparedness tips at ready.dc.gov/winterwx and sign up for AlertDC: AlertDC.dc.gov
2/5 (4:07PM) Early info from US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington on possible snow this weekend. Much of the region, including DC, is under a Winter Storm Watch beginning Saturday night.
Follow NWS for updates & review winter weather safety tips at http://ready.dc.gov/winterwx. #WinterReadyDC
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for much of the region starting Saturday night and continuing through Sunday afternoon. Snow accumulations of 5 inches or more are possible in the watch area.
HSEMA Director Dr. Christoper Rodriguez will provide witness testimony to the U.S. House of Representative’s Committee on Homeland Security in a hearing examining the threat of domestic terrorism in the wake of the attack on the US Capitol.
The hearing will be live streamed at 10a: homeland.house.gov
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Applications are now open for HSEMA's summer 2021 internship cohort. We are seeking students supporting the District's COVID-19 operations & steady-state emergency management & homeland security initiatives.
The following divisions are looking for Interns to join the HSEMA team: Operations, Public Affairs, Intelligence, and Resilience and Emergency Preparedness. Applications close 3/7. Visit http://hsema.dc.gov/intern to apply!
Know a student who would be a great fit? Tag them below!
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2/2 (9:36AM) US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has extended the Winter Weather Advisory for DC until 1PM today.
❄️ An additional 2in of snow is possible
⚠️ Roads may be slick. Take your time when traveling throughout the District. If you can, stay home.
👀 Watch for pedestrians/cyclists
💻 More winter tips: ready.dc.gov/winterwx
Winter storms may include high wind, freezing rain, heavy snowfall, and extreme cold. Severe winter storms can cause blocked roads, power outages, transportation accidents, and death. The National Weather Service provides important safety information and critical weather forecast information. It is....
1/31 (9:17PM) US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Winter Storm Advisory for DC until 10AM tomorrow, 2/1. The previously issued Winter Storm Warning has been canceled.
Roads may be slick tomorrow. Give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination safely tomorrow morning. #WinterReadyDC
Light snow will begin mixing in with some very light freezing drizzle across much of the region overnight through daybreak. Additional periods of light snowfall is expected to linger through Tuesday. Get the latest details by visiting weather.gov/lwx/winter
❄️🚨 Winter Storm Warning ❄️🚨
A Snow Emergency has been declared beginning at 9 am tomorrow. Please move your cars from snow emergency routes/lanes and prepare.
-Stay Informed: http://snow.dc.gov
-Learn more: https://mayor.dc.gov/release/mayor-bowser-deploy-district-snow-team-major-snowfall
#WinterReadyDC
The US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Winter Storm Warning for DC from 1AM Sunday 1/31 - 12AM (midnight) 2/1.
Heavy snow is expected with accumulations around 4-8 inches. Travel may be difficult. Have a plan and take time now to get #WinterReadyDC:
🛍️ Grab a few extra supplies
🏠 Stay home if possible
❄️ Salt & clear sidewalks accordingly
🔋 Keep devices charged
⚠️ Drive slow & give trucks room to work
👀 Keep an eye out for pedestrians & cyclists
1/29/21: US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the District of Columbia, which is in effect through 10PM on Sunday, January 31. Heavy snow is possible. DC has the potential to receive 5 or more inches.
Remain alert this weekend and give crews extra space to work. #WinterReadyDC
After a busy four months, our fall #interns concluded their program today. The cohort joined the #WeAreHSEMA family during the District's expected second-wave of COVID-19 and as preparations for the 59th Presidential Inauguration really started to ramp up. The group has since experienced First Amendment demonstrations, a historic Flooding event, riots, the insurrection at the US Capitol, and a 59th Presidential Inauguration...just to name a few!
Today, they presented on their experiences throughout the internship program. We are so proud of their work and can confidently say they are leaving this #internship having made a positive and lasting impact on District residents, businesses and visitors. Congratulations on a job well done! 🌟👏
If you’re a student reading this and think, “Man, that sounds like such a cool experience” then you’re in luck! Applications for our summer 2021 internships are now open. Visit hsema.dc.gov/intern to apply!
Applications for our summer 2021 Internship program are now open! We're seeking undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in Emergency Management and Homeland Security to join us in DC this summer.
We have paid positions available in four (4) areas of emergency management: Operations, Public Affairs, Intelligence, and Resilience & Preparedness. The deadline to apply is March 7, 2021. Know a student who would be a great fit? Tag them below!
Job descriptions and application details can be found at hsema.dc.gov/intern.
About HSEMA's Program Applications for HSEMA's summer 2021 intern cohort are now open!
1/25 (3:01PM) US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for DC until 9AM tomorrow, January 26.
🌨 Forecast predicts mixed precipitation with snow accumulations of 1-2in.
⚠️ Road conditions may be slippery tonight and tomorrow.
👉 Plan your commutes accordingly & give yourself plenty of time to get to your destination safely.
Get updates on the 59th Presidential Inauguration from DC Government. Text INAUG2021 to 888-777 for updates on public safety, street closures, weather alerts, transit updates, and more. #INAUG2021
Protect yourself and your community by speaking up. Report suspicious activity or behavior to MPD: iwatchdc.org. If it’s an emergency, dial 911!
Get updates on the 59th Presidential Inauguration from DC Government. Text INAUG2021 to 888-777 for updates on public safety, street closures, weather alerts, transit updates, and more. #INAUG2021
Get updates on the 59th Presidential Inauguration from DC Government. Text INAUG2021 to 888-777 for updates on public safety, street closures, weather alerts, transit updates, and more. #INAUG2021
Get updates on the 59th Presidential Inauguration from DC Government. Text INAUG2021 to 888-777 for updates on public safety, street closures, weather alerts, transit updates, and more. #INAUG2021
Get updates on the 59th Presidential Inauguration from DC Government. Text INAUG2021 to 888-777 for updates on public safety, street closures, weather alerts, transit updates, and more. #INAUG2021
Protect yourself and your community by speaking up. Report suspicious activity or behavior to MPD: iwatchdc.org. If it’s an emergency, dial 911!
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Tonight, residents, leaders, and businesses are clapping for the healthcare professionals working around the clock in our community. From Director Rodriguez and the rest of the HSEMA family, THANK YOU. 👏👏👏👏 #WorldHealthDay
Let a small business know: there's help available for you. Visit coronavirus.dc.gov/recovery-business to learn more.
We’re live with current and past HSEMA Interns to talk about the HSEMA Internship Program. Tune in as we delve into our experiences and talk about deadlines for the summer cohort! If interested in applying or learning more, visit hsema.dc.gov/intern. #WeAreHSEMA
Stay ahead of weather, traffic, utility outages, and more. #BeLikeAddy and sign up for AlertDC, the District's emergency communications system. Signing up is simple and FREE! Visit http://bit.ly/BeLikeAddy to get started.
We’re approx. 10 minutes from the start of the 2020 State of the Union Address and we’re coming to you live from the District’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Tune in below as Director Rodriguez and Chief of Operations Clint Osborn provide a behind the scenes look of the EOC as we support this National Special Security Event (NSSE) and our friends at United States Secret Service and United States Capitol Police. Thank you to our MANY partners for being here this evening and for ensuring the safety and security of District residents, businesses, and visitors.
In this week's episode of #HSEMAOffTheRecord, Margaret G. speaks with Eliza from the National Center For Missing and Endangered, Inc. and Martina from the The Human Trafficking Legal Center on the issues of child sex trafficking & labor trafficking, how to spot indicators and how we can support survivors. Tune in to the episode: ready.dc.gov/offtherecord
Stay ahead of weather, traffic, utility outages, and more. Be Like Addy and sign up for AlertDC, the District's emergency communications system. Signing up is simple and FREE! Visit http://bit.ly/BeLikeAddy to get started.
Happy New Year's from HSEMA! Start the decade off being proactive - we've created a list of 20 steps you can take to better prepare in 2020. Check it out: ready.dc.gov/20s
🎧 It's time! We're excited to announce the launch of our agency podcast, HSEMA Off the Record! 🎧 Our team has been hard at work the past few months to make this a reality & we're excited to finally share it with you! Episodes will be available every other Wednesday. A sneak peak of our first episode is available below. Tune in to the full episode online and hear HSEMA Director Dr. Christopher Rodriguez explain how HSEMA Off the Record went from ideation to creation: https://shows.acast.com/hsema-off-the-record.
We have some REALLY exciting news to share! 🎧 Tune into our social media accounts tomorrow, November 27, at 10 a.m. to find out more. Any guesses on what it could be?
We're excited to launch our new AlertDC Campaign! With the help of our new friend Addy, we're encouraging District residents to prepare for emergencies BEFORE they happen with AlertDC. Check out our new campaign video below. You too can stay ahead of weather, traffic, utility outages and more. Visit bit.ly/BeLikeAddy to get started.
November is National Critical Infrastructure Month. So what exactly IS critical infrastructure? Mark Scott tells us below. Tune in to learn why it's so important that it has it's own month!
Mayor Muriel Bowser and District officials address the District’s preparedness efforts ahead of the World Series games taking place in Navy Yard. Tips to take before tomorrow’s game: 1️⃣ Text NATS to 888-777 for free text alerts from the District on weather, transit, traffic and more. 2️⃣ Visit sportscapital.dc.gov for more info on road closures, parking restrictions, etc. 3️⃣ Make a game plan before heading to Nats Park — crowds will likely be large. Have a plan to meet if you’re separated from family/friends
Ahead of the Washington Nationals battle against the St. Louis Cardinals, HSEMA Director Chris Rodriguez is challenging the St. Louis Emergency Management Agency’s Acting Commissioner Sarah Gamblin-Luig. Learn the details of this friendly challenge below! #STAYINTHEFIGHT #ReadyDC #SportsCapital #NLCS
Just because September is designated as National Preparedness Month, doesn't mean preparedness efforts should end when the month does! Take the time now to better prepare yourself and your loved ones for emergencies. Learn more below and visit http://ready.dc.gov
Exciting news alert! This weekend, we received our 5,000th like on Facebook! Thank you to all DC residents & visitors that follow our page. We will continue to provide you w/ timely & relevant #emergencypreparedness trainings, tips, resources & more! Facebook is just one of the many ways we'll share urgent messages with you! We couldn't have asked for a better way to kick off the start of #NationalPreprednessMonth than our 5,000th like. For additional ways to stay informed, see below! 👉 Sign up for free alerts from District officials through AlertDC: alertdc.dc.gov 👉 Download the HSEMA mobile app: hsema.dc.gov/mobileapp 👉 Follow us on our other social media channels: Twitter (@DC_HSEMA) and Instagram (@DCHSEMA).
Celebrating July 4 at the National Mall? Sign up for free text alerts. Text JULY4DC to 888-777 to receive transit, safety and weather alerts #July4DC #FourthofJuly
Are you celebrating the #FourthOfJuly in DC? Sign up for free text alerts. Text JULY4DC to 888-777 to receive free alerts on transit, safety, weather and more. #July4DC
HSEMA is proud to walk with Team Mayor Bowser and the rest of DC Government in the 2019 Capital Pride parade 🌈🎉 #WeAreDC
Thank you to HSEMA's admin staff for all of their hard work and their daily efforts to make a positive impact on the lives of District of Columbia residents, businesses, and visitors. We could not carry out HSEMA's mission without you - Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
The US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the District of Columbia from 12 p.m. today until 5 a.m. Saturday, April 20. Please be weather aware! To receive free weather alerts, like the one above, sign up for AlertDC! Visit alertdc.dc.gov to get started.
The Cold Weather Emergency Alert remains ACTIVATED. Please limit your time outdoors and dress properly to avoid hypothermia and frostbite. If you see someone outside in need of shelter, call: 📞(202) 399-7093 or dial 311 📞911 if there's an imminent safety risk
DC, please prepare for light snow this afternoon/evening: 🧂Be a good neighbor: salt your sidewalks & use metro if possible 📞Help residents in need of shelter: call 311 🚗Slow down and keep a safe distance from other cars 🛑 Respect pedestrians and cyclists #WinterReadyDC
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