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2024 NATO Summit in DC July 9-11

Text NATODC to 888-777 for alerts about the 2024 NATO Summit in DC July 9-11, including road closures, transit, public safety and more!

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Extreme Heat

Warm weather is upon us! Learn how to prepare yourself and stay cool 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.

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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.

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...

Outreach Event Request Form

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

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Jul 3 2024

Modified District Government Services for July 4, 2024

(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, July 4, the District Government will observe the Fourth of July...

Jul 2 2024

Bowser Administration Announces Fourth of July Safety Preparations

Residents and Visitors Encouraged to Plan Ahead and to Sign Up for Alerts by Texting JULY4DC to 888...

Jul 1 2024

Mayor Bowser and Federal Partners Release Traffic Plan, Security Map for the 2024 NATO Summit

Residents and Visitors Encouraged to Plan Ahead and to Sign Up for Alerts by Texting NATODC to 888-...

Jun 18 2024

Modified District Government Services for Juneteenth

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, June 19, District Government will observe Juneteenth. While some...

Jun 16 2024

Mayor Bowser Activates Extended Heat Emergency Plan for Monday, June 17 – Friday, June 21

Residents Urged to Stay Cool, Check on Seniors and Vulnerable Neighbors, and Call the Shelter...

Feb 9 2024

Interim Director Testimony - HSEMA FY 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing

Testimony of Clint Osborn, Interim Director

Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency

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Agency Performance

Samuel Kelsey Apartments Emergency Preparedness and Active Shooter Presentation

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The Samuel Kelsey Apartments located in Ward 1 is preparing residents for all-hazards. The District Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and DC HSEMA are invited to present on emergency preparedness. HSEMA will highlight information found on the District preparedness website, ReadyDC and MPD will present on responding in an active shooter situation. All Ward 1 residents are encouraged to attend this hightly anticipated event.