Emergency Management Alliance of Central Virginia

Today is the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction! Across the globe, leaders are connecting to bolster prevention and resilience resources and best practice, as we continue to see increasing disaster risk from a variety of sources.

Here in Central Virginia, the Emergency Management Alliance ensures that emergency responders and service providers across all 18 Richmond metro localities are connected, can access shared training opportunities, and share resources to help our communities stay ready. We're united for your safety and resilience!

Learn more about the partners and our collaboration at emacv.org

Stay connected locally, be ready, and breathe a little easier, knowing that your regional emergency professionals are, too. It's free to join the alliance.

We had another successful Preparedness Night with the Flying Squirrels on July 2nd! Smokey Bear was there to throw the first pitch and remind community members to be safe this summer when using fireworks. Volunteers were present to help us spread safety information from Louisa CART, the Department of Virginia Department of Forestry, Virginia Department of Emergency Management, and the National Weather Service, as well as Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members from across to region.

Over the evening, volunteers passed out over 150 emergency preparedness kits to the first people through the gates, and safety coloring books, pamphlets, and home supplies were handed out to visitors at the table.

The next Preparedness Night at the Diamond is August 29th - see you there!

Tomorrow is another Community Preparedness Night at the Diamond! Come support the Richmond Flying Squirrels and make sure to stop by our table outside the gates to grab some Pet Emergency Preparedness supplies and information.

Tomorrow is Wine and K9 night - so your pup can come too!

Do you know what you would do for your pets in the event of an emergency? Now is the best time to make a plan - visit https://www.ready.gov/pets for tips on how you can for your furry friends.

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The first Preparedness Night at the Diamond is coming up next week on Tuesday, 4/29!

Come out and bring your friends & family to the Richmond Flying Squirrels Earth Day Celebration, and make sure to stop by the EMACV table out front for preparedness items and information that can help you be ready for whatever weather events the earth may send your way.

Plus, if you buy tickets through this link, a portion of proceeds will be donated to James River Association. https://www.gofevo.com/event/Jamesriver55u2loz3us5?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ3UupleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFKUWlLeUx2Z3ZJbE82MEdtAR7Y8_gqC5YTzbFvtiE0Cg2bjrwJ7dT8MA1R9NQL72YShSjnX9ZfCWPwTeVk9A_aem_5_9MtAnzKdn19rR6ag9qIQ

Tomorrow is the Richmond Flying Squirrels ***OPENING DAY***! Mark your calendars for the 2025 Community Preparedness Nights at the Diamond.

We hope to see some familiar faces at these games as we hand out preparedness kits, safety items and educational resources so you and your family can plan safe for anything that may come your way.

Please share this flyer with your community!

Several of our Alliance members are in Roanoke this week at the Virginia Emergency Management Association (VEMA)'s Annual Symposium!

We can't wait to see familiar faces, welcome new ones, network and learn from our peers in the EM community, joining us from all over the Commonwealth.

Calling all Virginia Emergency Management officials - the Center for Public Policy at Virginia Commonwealth University is hosting a Disaster Preparedness series FREE in multiple locations across Virginia.

Three classes are available: Fundamentals of Emergency Management (Tomorrow 3/12 in Richmond!), Navigating Disasters, and Recovery & Resiliency. More information and to register here --> https://cpp.wilder.vcu.edu/our-work-in-action-posts/disaster-preparedness-training.html

This month, the Alliance convened in Petersburg for its Executive Retreat. During the retreat, representatives of each committee discussed priorities and plans for the next year, succession planning for upcoming committee elections, and strategy for increased engagement with Alliance and community members.

Get involved with EMACV this year - find out how on our website >
https://emacv.org/

The Emergency Management Alliance of Central Virginia successfully hosted its "CERT UNITY 2024" exercise at Bensley Elementary School in Chesterfield, VA. This comprehensive drill brought together nearly 100 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) volunteers, regional partners, and staff members to test their skills and coordination in a simulated severe weather event.

Participants engaged in critical activities such as team organization, incident command, search and rescue, medical operations, and fire suppression.