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If You See Something, Say Something!

We all play a role in keeping our communities safe. Remember to stay vigilant and say something when you see signs of suspicious activity.

Winter Weather

Snow season is upon us! Learn how to prepare yourself and how the District Snow Team will keep you safe this 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.

Featured Services

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

Training and Exercise

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

Interfaith Preparedness and Advisory Group

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

Apply for Waiver to Exempt from Business Closure Order

Any business that provides goods or services necessary to maintain operations at an Essential...

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Press Releases

Nov 28 2023

District Snow Team Encourages Residents to Get Ready for Winter Weather

Nov 28 2023

Mayor Bowser Activates the District’s First Cold Weather Emergency of the Season

Temperatures to Hit Dangerous Lows Overnight, Residents Should Check on Vulnerable Neighbors and...

Nov 9 2023

Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

(Washington, DC) – On Friday, November 10, the District Government will observe the Veterans Day...

Nov 1 2023

Mayor Bowser Activates Hypothermia Alert, Urges Residents to be Vigilant and Request Transportation for Neighbors in Need of Shelter from the Cold

(Washington, DC) –  Due to the current temperatures and forecast of extreme cold weather, Mayor...

Oct 27 2023

Mayor Bowser and District Snow Team Demonstrate Winter Weather Preparedness With Annual Snow Dry Run

Residents encouraged to sign up for Volunteer Snow Team to assist their neighbors.

Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency

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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