The Office of Emergency Management
The Office of Emergency Management's mission is to plan, prepare for and mitigate emergencies; educate the public on preparedness; coordinate and support responses to and recovery from emergencies; collect and disseminate critical information; and seek and obtain funding and other aid in support of overall preparedness for the City of Richmond. The Office of Emergency Management provides resources and knowledge in four major areas: Preparedness, Response, Recovery and Mitigation.
Spotlight
During winter months, there could be power outages, icy roads, closed schools and businesses, and health problems associated with wind, cold and snow. Prepare now for winter weather.
Citizen Preparedness
Following a disaster it may take 72 hours for outside assistance to reach your community. Are you ready?
Richmond Ready Radio Chats
Richmond Fire and Emergency Services, Office of Emergency Management has collaborated with WRIR, 97.3FM, to host live interviews. The Richmond Ready initiative will feature subject matter experts discussing emergency preparedness tips. Check back soon for the 2012 schedule and be sure to tune in!
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Phone: 804.646.2504
Email: Ask Emergency Management
