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Be Prepared for Hurricane Joaquin

Washington, DC, October 1, 2015
Northern Virginia, and much of the mid-Atlantic region, could experience heavy rainfall, sever weather, and potential hurricane conditions that could result in flooding and loss of power. Here is some helpful information to track and prepare for the storm, and respond in the event of power outages. Read more.

Northern Virginia, and much of the mid-Atlantic region, could experience heavy rainfall, sever weather, and potential hurricane conditions that could result in flooding and loss of power. Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe has declared a state of emergency throughout the Commonwealth so that public safety officials and citizens can prepare for Hurricane Joaquin as it approaches Virginia. Residents are encouraged to avoid traveling if possible. Below, please find some helpful information to track and prepare for the storm, and respond in the event of power outages.

Federal Emergency Management Agency's www.Ready.Gov

National Weather Service (NWS) at www.weather.gov and the National Hurricane Center at www.hurricanes.gov.  

You can also follow updates on the storm on Twitter by following @NOAA and @NWS.

Weather Alerts: Receive local weather alerts and emergency messages from Fairfax and Prince William Counties.

Fairfax County -- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/cean/

Prince William County -- https://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/police/Pages/Emergency-Alert-Systems.aspx

Police (Non Emergency)

  • Eastern Prince William County -- 703-792-7360
  • Fairfax -- 703-691-2131
  • City of Fairfax – 703-385-7924
  • Herndon – 703-435-6846

Utilities

  • NOVEC -- www.novec.com or 703-335-0500
  • Dominion Power -- www.dom.com or 1-888-667-3000
  • Washington Gas -- www.washgas.com or 703-750-1000
  • Verizon -- 1-800-VERIZON
  • Comcast -- 1-800-COMCAST
  • Cox -- 703-378-8422

Road Conditions

Call 511 for information or visit www.511virginia.org
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