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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...

Engagement Event Request Form

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

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...

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Feb 14 2025

Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, February 17, District Government will observe the...

Feb 6 2025

Unified Command Provides Situational Update on Recovery Efforts - February 4, 2025

After extensive search and recovery operations, Unified Command confirms the recovery of 67 victims...

Feb 6 2025

Unified Command Provides Situational Update on Recovery Efforts - February 5, 2025

As of this morning, Unified Command confirms all 67 victims have been recovered and positively...

Feb 6 2025

Unified Command Provides Situational Update on Recovery Efforts - February 6, 2025

As of this afternoon, Unified Command reports that the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE),...

Feb 1 2025

Unified Command Provides Situational Update on Recovery Efforts

(Washington, DC) –Since the last situational update, search and recovery operations have...

Feb 25 2025

Director Testimony - HSEMA FY 2024 Performance Oversight Hearing

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

Feb 9 2024

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

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Agency Performance

Bowser Administration Highlights Federal Assistance for COVID-19-Related Funeral Costs

Date Released:

Tue, 04/13/2021

(Washington, DC) – The Bowser Administration is highlighting a new federal assistance program through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that provides financial assistance to individuals nationwide who incurred COVID-19-related funeral expenses after January 20, 2020.