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Prepare for Winter with ReadyDC

Winter weather can be unpredictable. Take time to talk about your emergency plan with family and friends.

HSEMA Off the Record

Tune into HSEMA's new podcast, HSEMA Off the Record, for a behind the scenes look (and listen!) into the world of emergency management.

AlertDC

Stay informed during emergencies by signing up for AlertDC, the District's official communications system for emergency alerts, notifications, and updates.

Plan a Special Event

Present your proposal to the Mayor's Special Events Task Group to host your special event in the District.

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Interfaith Preparedness & Advisory Group (IPAG)

The IPAG is a new District initiative to encourage dialogue with the District's faith-based organizations (FBOs) in order to enhance preparedness for all types of hazards.

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Outreach Event Request Form

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

Interfaith Preparedness and Advisory Group

The IPAG provides a platform for faith-based organizations to exchange information with security...

Plan a Special Event

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

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

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Press Releases

Dec 18 2019

Mayor Bowser to Activate the District’s Cold Emergency Plan

First Cold Emergency Plan of the Season is Activated, Guarantees Shelter Beds for Individuals in...

Dec 10 2019

Mayor Bowser to Deploy DC Snow Team This Evening to Treat Critical Areas Ahead of Potential Snow Fall

The forecast calls for a dusting to less than one inch of snow to accumulate beginning early...

Oct 21 2019

Mayor Bowser Addresses District’s Preparation for 2019 World Series

The best-of-seven series begins in Houston on Tuesday, October 22.

Oct 2 2019

Mayor Bowser Activates Heat Emergency Plan for October 2, 2019

The current temperature in Washington, DC is 93 degrees with a heat index of 95 degrees.

Sep 20 2019

Bowser Administration Monitoring First Amendment Activity Likely to Impact Monday Morning Commute

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Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency

Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency District of Columbia

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