Prolonged Extreme Cold; Eastern U.S. Winter Storm

Another Arctic blast will surge south across the northern Plains tonight, crossing the Midwest and reaching the Gulf Coast Friday night. Dangerously cold temperatures will persist across the eastern U.S. into early February. There is increasing confidence for significant heavy snow across much of the Southern Appalachians, Carolinas, and southern Mid-Atlantic Friday into Sunday. Read More >

September is National Preparedness Month!

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National Preparedness Month Runs from September 1st-30th

Hazards come in many forms and shapes, from weather-related issues to power-related issues and beyond. September is National Preparedness Month, and each week will host a different theme. Check this page throughout the month to learn more about what you can do to be prepared in case an emergency occurs! The tabs below will either take you to locally developed safety pages (if available), or to FEMA's preparedness pages.