Durham City/County Emergency Management

21/09/2026

Preparedness involves the entire community. As you are updating your emergency plans and preparedness kits, make sure you consider the needs of your family, friends, and neighbors.

Encourage others to prioritize preparedness. At work, ask your colleagues about their emergency plans and talk to your supervisor about putting those plans into practice through drills and exercises. Make sure your church members are registered to receive alerts. Share preparedness information on social media.

Remember, we are more resilient together!

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

18/09/2026

Is your home and property insured for the
hazards in your area? Don't wait until disaster strikes to find out! Take a moment to review your coverage today.
Get guidance at ReadyNC.gov

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

17/09/2026

How do you get emergency alerts? Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), local news, NOAA Weather Radio – sign up for all available options! For Durham residents, make sure to sign up for AlertDurham! https://dconc.gov/Emergency-Services/Emergency-Services-Resources/Alert-Durham-Registration

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Learn about the Alert Durham program and register to receive alerts.

16/09/2026

It’s important to stay aware and know the difference between a watch and a warning and different weather conditions.

Know the difference, stay informed, and stay prepared so you’re ready when conditions change.

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

15/09/2026

Twenty-one coastal counties have established predetermined evacuation zones to simplify the coastal evacuation process in the event of an emergency.

If you are ever vacationing in North Carolina's coastal areas, you should Know Your Zone.

Go to KnowYourZone.nc.gov for more information and make a plan today.

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

14/09/2026

Here are 3 easy ways to make sure you never miss an important update during an emergency:

1️. Sign up for AlertDurham! ✔️
2️. Enable emergency alerts on your cellphone ✔️
3️. Monitor the national weather service and local media. ✔️

For updates and disaster information, visit ReadyNC.gov

https://dconc.gov/Emergency-Services/Emergency-Services-Resources/Alert-Durham-Registration

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

11/09/2026

Today, we join communities across the nation in pausing to reflect, honor, and remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001.

11/09/2026

Before flooding occurs, take time to prepare. Gather essential emergency supplies, move valuables to higher ground, fully charge your phones and other critical devices. Be prepared to take your important documents with you. A little preparation now can make a big difference later.

Also, every household should double check their coverage. Most homeowners' and renters' policies do not cover flooding. Make sure your home is protected. Find out more at ReadyNC.gov.

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

10/09/2026

: Know Your Risk!

Know your flood risk before the water rises. You can check if your address is in a flood prone area by going to https://fris.nc.gov/

Staying informed is the first step toward staying safe!

Durham County Government City of Durham, NC Government

The North Carolina Flood Risk Information System (FRIS) provides flood hazard data, maps, and resources to help you understand flood risk in North Carolina.

09/09/2026

For pet owners, being prepared for a disaster could make all the difference for your furry friend’s survival.

These following items can help protect your pet’s well-being during an emergency situation.

For more tips, visit https://www.readync.gov/plan-and-prepare/pets-and-service-animals

Para los dueños de mascotas, estar preparados para afrontar un desastre puede marcar una gran diferencia para la supervivencia de su amiguito el peludo. Los siguientes artículos bien pudieran proteger a su mascota durante una emergencia.
Para ver más consejos, visite https://www.readync.gov/plan-and-prepare/pets-and-service-animals

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