Virginia Department of Emergency Management
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VDEM coordinates Virginia's emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. (Account not monitored 24/7. Please call 9-1-1 to report emergencies).
Richmond, VA
Joined August 2008
Have you ever wondered where the closest tide gauge is to your home or business? There is a way to monitor flood conditions in your area in real time. Find and bookmark the latest tide gauge observations and forecasts at: https://t.co/c5h7Mgqn9H
#VDEM #noreaster
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A significant tidal flooding event is in the forecast tomorrow beginning with the late morning high tide an the most impactful high tide cycle being in the afternoon all along our coastal Virginia communities.
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This is Rick. Watch Rick crave attention. Watch Rick Drown. Don't be a Rick...stay out of flood waters For more information, please visit: https://t.co/kIvtpj7teg
#VDEM #noreaster #weatherproofyourworld #flooding #WeatherReady #LocalAlerts
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Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure may be inundated. Do not drive through flooded roads.
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A Coastal Flood Warning has been issued across coastal areas adjacent to the Chesapeake Bay, upper rivers, and Atlantic Ocean for late tonight and Sunday. Inundation of 1 to 3 feet above ground level is expected. Numerous roads may be closed.
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For our coastal communities...plan and prepare NOW for the system that will be coming through this weekend! DO NOT WAIT until it's too late! To learn more, please visit: https://t.co/76YGzKa5Ju
#VDEM #flooding #noreaster #weatherproofyourworld
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The Echoes of Helene is a production of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. (C) 2025 - All Rights Reserved To view the feature length documentary in it's entirety, please visit: https://t.co/wBU08F64c0
#VDEM #TheEchoesOfHelene #Resilience #Helene #Community
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those who care for one another, who roll up their sleeves, and who work together to restore, rebuild, and renew. We are honored to share these stories publicly as a reminder that healing is ongoing, and that resilience is built through connection, support, and collaboration.
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This film is more than a record of a natural disaster; it is a testament to the enduring spirit of Southwest Virginia. The Echoes of Helene records the quiet heroism of everyday people—
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...of Hurricane Helene after it swept through Southwest Virginia with devastating effects.
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Echoes of Helene captures the response, recovery, and renewal following the storm. Through the lens of emergency responders, volunteers, and community members, the film chronicles not only the challenges faced but also the resilience and hope that emerged in the aftermath ...
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The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is pleased to premier the public release of the documentary film The Echoes of Helene – Book 1, beginning with Chapter 1- Inbound. A new chapter will be featured across VDEM's social media channels each Friday.
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"Echoes rise from the chaos of Helene, not as echoes of destruction, but as resonant measures of humanity—reverberating through every act of care, every hand extended, until the chorus of resilience drowns out fear." -TVK
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For any questions about VDEM operated gauges, please visit this link:
vaemergency.gov
The Flood Intel Unit’s (FIU) mission is to provide an accessible and dependable real-time flood monitoring network and flood event analysis to support actionable planning ...
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Our network of gauges complements existing gauge networks operated by local government agencies, the National Weather Service and the United States Geological Society .
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The gauges provide real-time data directly to our partners at the National Weather Service and that data can be accessed via the National Water Prediction Service.
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They operate a modernized flood monitoring network, The Virginia Flood Monitoring System, which is comprised of water-level gauges, rain gauges, and meteorological stations across the Commonwealth.
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Our Flood Intelligence Unit’s mission is to provide an accessible and dependable real-time flood monitoring network and flood event analysis to support actionable planning and risk-based decisions at both the state and community level.
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⛈️💦🌊With the potential for major flooding along our coastal communities this weekend, it's important to share how the Virginia Department of Emergency Management operates to help assess the risks and mitigate the threats that flooding poses.⛈️💦🌊
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Don't be "that guy"... Lithium batteries aren’t trash; they’re energy stores that don’t belong in a fire. The heat can cause venting, fire, or even an explosion, which of course can lead to injury, death, and a lot of regrets! #VDEM #2025FirePreventionWeek #DontDoDumbStuff
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