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Hurricane Season

Hurricane season runs from June 1 - November 30, and severe storms regularly impact the District. Learn how you and your family can stay prepared this hurricane season.

AlertDC

AlertDC is the official District of Columbia communications system allowing you to pick the type of emergency alerts, notifications, and updates directly from DC's public safety officials.

ReadyDC

Be prepared! Visit ReadyDC to learn more about building an emergency kit, creating an emergency plan, staying informed, and more.

Featured Services

DC Health Contact Directory

Use our DC Health Contact Directory to connect more quickly and directly to the service division…

Plan a Special Event

Present your proposal to the Mayor’s Special Events Task Group (MSETG) to host your special event…

Training and Exercise

Provide training for workers to ensure that citizens can protect themselves in a crisis.

Grants Management

Notices of Funding Opportunity, List of Grant Awards, and Grant Management Information

Hazardous Materials Reporting

District of Columbia Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Program

Engagement Event Request Form

Become involved in HSEMA’s Community Outreach programs and activities.

Upcoming Events

Nov 14 2026 - 10:00

46th Secretaries' Cup (SITUATIONAL AWARENESS)

Nov 14 2026 - 16:00

Janney 5K and Fun Run

Nov 14 2026 - 18:00

CityCenterDC Holiday Tree Lighting

Latest

Nov 9 2026 - 12:00

Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, November 11, District Government will observe the Veterans Day…

Sep 9 2026 - 12:00

Bowser Administration Recognizes September as DC Preparedness Month

(Washington, DC) – As National Preparedness Month kicks off across the country, the Bowser…

Jul 3 2026 - 12:00

Due to Extreme Heat, America's Independence Day Parade is Canceled

(Washington, DC) – The organizers of America's Independence Day Parade,…

Jun 29 2026 - 12:00

Mayor Bowser and Public Safety Officials Detail Fourth of July Public Safety Preparations, Outline Resources for Residents and Visitors

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, District public safety…

Jun 12 2026 - 12:00

Mayor Bowser Activates Extreme Heat Alert, Urges Residents and Visitors to Exercise Caution and Avoid Overheating

(Washington, DC) – Due to high temperatures and humidity levels, Mayor Muriel Bowser has…

Feb 9 2026 - 12:00

Director Clint Osborn’s performance oversight council hearing testimony

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Director Before the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety…

Dec 4 2025 - 12:00

Director Osborn Testimony - B26-0328 - Vehicular Terrorism Prevention Amendment Act of 2025

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Director Before the Committee on the Judiciary and Public…

Oct 23 2025 - 12:00

Director Testimony - Public Roundtable - Power Outage Emergency Planning and Response and Recent Significant Power Outage Incidents

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Director Before the Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety…

Feb 25 2025 - 12:00

Director Testimony - HSEMA FY 2024 Performance Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Director Before the Committee on the Judiciary and Public…

Feb 9 2024 - 12:00

Interim Director Testimony - HSEMA FY 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Interim Director Before the Committee on the Judiciary…

Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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2720 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20032
Phone: (202) 727-6161
Fax: (202) 715-7288
TTY: (202) 730-0488