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Any business that does not fall within a category listed as Essential Businesses in the Mayor’s Order, but which provides goods or services necessary to maintain operations at an Essential Business should apply for a waiver.

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.

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It's Time To Be Hurricane Ready

The time to prepare for a hurricane is NOW! Check out the new ReadyDC Hurricane Preparedness PSA for tips to help you better prepare.

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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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Jul 31 2020

Bowser Administration Preparing for Potential Impacts from Hurricane Isaias

Heavy rains and wind activity could impact the District early next week.

Jul 31 2020

Bowser Administration Preparing for Potential Impacts from Hurricane Isaias

Jul 19 2020

Due to Extreme Heat, District's Public Testing Sites and Grocery Sites to Close on Monday, July 20, Meal Sites Will Remain Open

Information about cooling centers open across DC can be found at heat.dc.gov.

Jul 2 2020

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: 2020 Fourth of July Street Closures

On Saturday, July 4, 2020, Fourth of July related activity, along with First Amendment...

Mar 29 2020

Mayor Bowser Announces DC Receives Federal Disaster Declaration for COVID-19

The Declaration will provide assistance to the District’s Emergency Response Services and to...

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Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency

Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency District of Columbia

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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