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In preparation of Hurricane Michael, Governor Northam has declared a state of emergency in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Here are a few items that may come in handy in the face of an emergency.

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As Hurricane Florence threatens to ravage the east coast residents of the Carolinas and Virginia scramble to prepare for the wrath of Mother Nature.

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Historic South Carolina flooding has now taken the lives of 11 people, wiped out homes, and left many more without power.

Frequently, after a disaster hits, donations of food and clothing begin pouring into areas that do not have the resources to sort and distribute items.  The best way to help victims of disasters is to make financial contributions to local charities and faith-based organizations that are responding to the situation or the Virginia Disaster Relief […]

  In an effort to help victims of Hurricane Irene, the City of Richmond is distributing Care Packages to the residents of the City who provide valid identification of residency and are in need following the disaster.  Supplies are limited; but are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Locations: Fire Station #5 324 W. Leigh […]

Richmond, VA – Emergency Shelters for the City of Richmond are being partially reactivated.  The City’s Department of Social Services will provide assistance to City residents who are experiencing power outages at the following locations: Full Service Site: (including meals, electrical equipment charge, and overnight shelter) Arthur Ashe Center 3001 N. Boulevard Richmond, VA Time: […]

    Hurricane Irene is gone but not forgotten.  The category 1 storm has left downed trees, powerlines, debris and flooding. In the City of Richmond there were reported 500 trees down. Heavy rain from the storm has caused drainage problems along some roads in the Richmond area. NOTE: Since many of the downed trees contain power lines, […]

Need Updated Post Office Information? 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777) The Richmond District Office of the United States Postal Service urges customers interested in information about a specific Post Office to call 1-800-ASK-USPS (275-8777). Operators have been provided specific information regarding delivery and retail services for each office in the area affected by Hurricane Irene. In order to […]

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The following is updated information related to Henrico County’s response efforts to Hurricane Irene: Henrico Hurricane Hotline: Residents with storm-related questions should continue to call the Henrico Hurricane Hotline at 501-7413. Road Closures: White Oak Road is closed between Route 60 and Elko Road; Sandy Lane is closed between Creighton Road and Watts Lane; Creighton […]

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Chesterfield County, VA – As the region works to recover from the effects of Hurricane Irene, here are some important things for Chesterfield County residents to know: Ice is a convenience, not a lifesaving commodity like water or food.  Some localities may provide ice as a convenience, and private commercial entities sell ice for purchase. […]