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Lee County: Warming shelter will open if conditions require. Jonesville Middle School, 160 Bulldog Circle, Jonesville. Call 276-346-7777 for shelter.

Russell County Emergency Management plays many roles, including but not limited to: Emergency Planning, planning and Overseeing HazMat operations, coordinating with volunteer agencies (Salvation Army, American Red Cross, etc.), sheltering in times of emergency, coordinating with Fire Departments, EMS, and Law Enforcement agencies throughout the county, and coordinating with other local, state and federal agencies. Russell County Emergency Management is also responsible for maintaining a County Emergency Operations Plan.

There are no declared local emergencies at this time

Warming Center/Shelter The Temporary Relief & Counseling Center (TRCC) Warming Center is now open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week due to the ongoing cold weather conditions. Guests are welcome around the clock for warmth, safety, and care. In addition to overnight shelter, guests may also access Day Center services during regular daytime hours. Location: 625 Shelton Street, Danville, VA 24541 Phone: (434) 710-6126 House of Hope Location: 206 S Ridge Street, Danville, VA Phone: (434) 549-1459, 5 pm - 7 am

Activates and coordinates all emergency services in the city of Harrisonburg. The Director of Emergency Services, works with the Emergency Services Coordinator, Larry Shifflett, Fire Chief, who is responsible for Command and Control and Robert Symons, Fire Chief of Rockingham County. In times of emergency or disaster, Jim Junkins, the Director of Emergency Communications will activate an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in the Office of Emergency Communications. An emergency information line will also be activated: (540)442-9111. This will be staffed 24/7 for the public to call for emergency/disaster information.

Washington County Emergency Services and the Sherriff's Office are partnering to open a limited Warming Shelter starting at 1 pm today. The shelter will be located at the Hayters Gap Community Center at 7720 Hayters Gap Road, Abingdon, VA 24210. The shelter will provide cots, some basic food, and water; with the shelter closing at 10 am on Tuesday, January 27th. VDoT is working now to clear secondary roads to the community center. If you are out of power and plan to stay overnight, bring any medications you take with you. The Community Center does not have cell service. If you need a ride to the center, please call 276-676-6000.

Giles County Warming center beginning Monday, 1/26/26 - Thursday, 1/29/26 from 5:30am to 10:00pm; Friday 1/30/26 5:30am – 9:00pm. Located at Giles County Wellness Center, 140 Clendennin Rd., Narrows

Provides pre-planning, preparation, mitigation, response and recovery for natural and man made disasters and major emergencies. Includes provisions for law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical response, specialty rescue, emergency communications, enhanced 9-1-1 and hazardous material responses for the Town of Blacksburg, Town of Christiansburg and rural Montgomery County. Emergency Manager is Neal Turner.

Help you prepare for disasters that take place when you're at home, work or on the road. Find out how to become active in community preparedness activities obtain additional skills that are useful for responding during disasters. Learn about local, regional and national resources for information and materials. Understand how your County is preparing and how we will respond during disasters. Learn how to obtain and provide information during disasters.

Personal Preparedness Actions Virginia Department of Health • Make sure you have an emergency supply kit on hand and keep an emergency kit for your car. • Organize and protect your prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, home-use medical devices, and vitamins. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how you can create an emergency supply of medicines. • Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. • Replenish fuel for your car and heating sources. • Weatherproof your home by insulating exposed pipes and caulking and weather strip doors/windows. • Make sure you understand the warnings, watches and advisories and have multiple ways to receive alerts. Power Outage Data • https://poweroutage.us/area/state/virginia • To report an outage, please contact your service provider • Check with your provider directly to determine repair schedules • For more information and tips on what actions to take during a power outage, please visit: https://www.ready.gov/power-outages Personal Preparedness Actions Winter storms can range from freezing rain or ice to a few hours of moderate snowfall, to a blizzard that lasts for several days. Many winter storms are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures, power outages, and unpredictable road conditions. Before, during, and after a winter storm, roads and walkways may become extremely dangerous or impassable. Access to critical community services such as public transportation, childcare, healthcare providers and schools may be limited. Preparing your home, car, and family before cold weather and a winter storm arrives is critical. • During a winter storm, stay off the roads as much as possible and only drive when absolutely necessary. Always give snow plows the right of way. • Never use a generator, grill, camp stove or gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning device inside your home, garage, basement, crawlspace, or any other partially enclosed area. • Snow shoveling is a known trigger for heart attacks! Always avoid overexertion when shoveling. • When severe weather occurs, plan to check on elderly or disabled neighbors and relatives. • If you must travel, know the road conditions before you leave home. Visit 511Virginia.org or call 511 for road condition updates. • Protect yourself from frostbite! Hands, feet, and face are the most commonly affected areas so wear a hat, and mittens (which are warmer than gloves) and cover your mouth with a scarf to reduce heat loss. • Keep dry! Change out of wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. • Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer or heavy clothing. Winter Storm Watch – BE AWARE Severe weather such as heavy snow or ice is possible in the next day or two. Winter Storm Warning – TAKE ACTION Severe winter conditions have either begun or will begin soon in your area. PREPARE YOUR HOME • Make sure your home is properly insulated • Check the weather stripping around your windows and doors • Learn how to shut off water valves in case a pipe bursts • Have additional heat sources on hand in case of a power outage • Keep a fire extinguisher accessible • Replace the batteries in your carbon monoxide detector annually PREPARE YOUR CAR • Batteries lose power as temperatures drop, be sure to have yours tested • Check your car’s antifreeze level • Have your radiator system serviced • Replace your car’s windshield wiper fluid with a wintertime mix • Proactively replace your car’s worn tires and wiper blades • To help with visibility, clean off your car entirely – including your trunk, roof, windows, and headlights INCLUDE A CAR EMERGENCY KIT Tailor your winter car emergency supply kit to you and your family’s needs. Here are suggested items: • Blankets • Drinking water and snacks for everyone in the car, including pets • Boots • Basic first-aid kit • Warm coat and insulating layers (sweatpants, gloves, hat, socks,) • Rags, paper towels, or pre-moistened wipes • Basic set of tools • Car emergency warning devices such as road flares or reflectors • Ice scraper/snow brush • Jumper cables/jump pack • Fire extinguisher • Cash • Items for children such as diapers, baby wipes, toys, etc. • Flashlight, with extra batteries • Hand warmers • Paper map • Portable smartphone power bank • Extra medication • Garbage bags • Traction aid such as sand, salt or non-clumping, cat litter • Tarp, raincoat, and gloves • Shovel DID YOU KNOW? • Dehydration can make you more susceptible to hypothermia • If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for your pet! Don’t leave pets outside for prolonged periods of time and have plenty of fresh, unfrozen water on hand • It can snow at temperatures well above freezing • Temperatures do not have to be below zero degrees to cause harm MORE RESOURCES: • FEMA’s Ready campaign: https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather • National Weather Service: https://www.weather.gov/wrn/winter_safety Emergency Alerts • These days, emergency alerts can reach you in so many ways–WEA (Wireless Emergency Alerts) come to your cell phone, EAS (Emergency Alert System) on TV and Radio, NOAA weather radio alerts, mobile apps and more. It’s important to have several different ways you can receive emergency alerts, and to be armed with the knowledge you need before an emergency happens. o Know the current forecast and get alerted for any watches, warnings, or advisories on the National Weather Service’s website o Download FEMA app and local news apps for severe weather alerts o Sign up to receive alerts on your phone, tune in to your local weather station, or listen to your NOAA Weather Radio

Shelter Information: Antioch Greater Love Ministries, 319 Maple Street, Marion, VA, 24/7 Shelter

Maintain an emergency management structure in the event of a major emergency, whether natural or manmade.

All hazards emergency management program. Emergency Management staff monitors daily weather and intelligence briefings to protect citizens and visitors from natural and man-made disasters. The Public Safety Committee meets bi-monthly to discuss safety issues of the island, including those pertaining to emergency management . During an emergency, the Town operates within the guidelines of the Emergency Operations Plan that is reviewed and updated regularly and is re-adopted by the Town Council every 4 years, as is required by the Commonwealth of Virginia. The purpose of this plan is to establish the legal and organizational basis for operations in the Town of Chincoteague in response to any type of disaster or large-scale emergency situation. The Town of Chincoteague's Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is located in the Municipal Building at 6150 Community Drive. The EOC is staffed with emergency personnel during disasters to mitigate the dangers to life safety, public property, and private property.

Provides emergency management and disaster preparedness for the city of Franklin.

Provides the community with regional disaster planning and coordination of safety committees. Also offer the community emergency medical training at a simulation center for a flat fee.

The Office of Public Safety along with the Emergency Response Team will operate the (EOC) Emergency Operations Center whenever there is a man-made or natural disaster. The Emergency Operations Center will open and be in operation within 2 hours of an incident. Once opened, the Emergency Response Team will make decisions on shelter locations for the public, mass feeding, resource needs, assists from mutual aid agencies, and other public safety considerations. During an emergency and once the (EOC) Emergency Operations Center has opened, the following phone numbers should be used for public assistance. Emergency Number : 911 (Regular Office Hours) Emergency Operations Center : (434) 246-8224

VDEM Extreme heat often results in the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards. It’s defined as a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. In extreme heat, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. This can lead to death by overworking the human body. Remember that: • Older adults, children, and sick or overweight individuals are at greater risk from extreme heat. • Humidity increases the feeling of heat as measured by a heat index. IF YOU ARE UNDER AN EXTREME HEAT WARNING: • Find air conditioning. • Avoid strenuous activities. • Watch for heat illness. • Wear light clothing. • Check on family members and neighbors. • Drink plenty of fluids. • Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. • Never leave people or pets in a closed car. Prepare NOW • Find places in your community where you can go to get cool. • Learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illness. • Keep your home cool by doing the following: o Cover windows with drapes or shades. o Weather-strip doors and windows. o Use window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, to reflect heat back outside. o Add insulation to keep the heat out. o Use attic fans to clear hot air. o Install window air conditioners and insulate around them. Be Safe DURING • Never leave a child, adult, or animal alone inside a vehicle on a warm day. • Find places with air conditioning. Libraries, shopping malls, and community centers can provide a cool place to take a break from the heat. • If you’re outside, find shade. Wear a hat wide enough to protect your face. • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing. • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. If you or someone you care for is on a special diet, ask a doctor how best to accommodate it. • Do not use electric fans when the temperature outside is more than 95 degrees, as this could increase the risk of heat-related illness. Fans create air flow and a false sense of comfort but do not reduce body temperature. • Avoid high-energy activities. • Check yourself, family members, and neighbors for signs of heat-related illness. RECOGNIZE AND RESPOND Know the signs of heat-related illness and the ways to respond to it: HEAT CRAMPS • Signs: Muscle pains or spasms in the stomach, arms, or legs • Actions: Go to a cooler location. Remove excess clothing. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if cramps last more than an hour. HEAT EXHAUSTION • Signs: Heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, or fainting • Actions: Go to an air-conditioned place and lie down. Loosen or remove clothing. Take a cool bath. Take sips of cool sports drinks with salt and sugar. Get medical help if symptoms get worse or last more than an hour. HEAT STROKE • Signs: Extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) taken orally; red, hot, and dry skin with no sweat; rapid, strong pulse; dizziness; confusion; or unconsciousness • Actions: Call 911 or get the person to a hospital immediately. Cool down with whatever methods are available until medical help arrives. Other Resources: • FEMA’s Ready campaign • Virginia Department of Health • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Provides emergency management and disaster preparedness.

Bedford Warming Centers: - SJC Warming Shelter, 7:00 PM – 6:00 AM, 112 Center Street, Bedford, VA - Palestine Baptist Church (9244 Smith Mountain Lake Pkwy, Huddleston). Planning to open Monday morning unless needed earlier - Eastlake Community Church (1201 Timberwood Ln., Moneta). On standby to open if needed

Coordinates and activates emergency services in the time of disaster, (i.e., rescue, sheltering and medical care). Assigns agencies and volunteer groups at the local level to coordinate and carry out the disaster plan. Also provides emergency training for volunteers. The KGALERT system is your personal connection to real-time updates, instructions on where to go, Access KGALERT at www.kgalert.com. Note: This service does not replace existing public safety warning methods also used by or in King George County.

Coordinates and activates emergency services in the time of disaster, (i.e., rescue, sheltering and medical care). Assigns agencies and volunteer groups at the local level to coordinate and carry out the disaster plan. Also provides emergency training for volunteers. If a disaster occurs information on shelters, food, medical care, evacuation routes, etc. can be obtained by calling (540)727-7161. In case of emergency, please call: Inside the Area: 911 Outside the Area: (540)727-7900

Emergency management, which has jurisdiction over and provides services to the entire County. Emergency Services Coordinator prepares a variety of emergency plans that would be followed in the event of an emergency or disaster, and conducts exercises to prepare local emergency responders for any man-made or natural disaster.

This office ensures that the city Emergency Operations Plan is reviewed and updated on a regular basis. In addition, staff who serve this function as a collateral duty, coordinate and attend monthly Regional Emergency Management meetings, attend state mandatory training for emergency coordinators, and maintains and updates the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliance for the city. This office also receives materials from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and distributes them to city and school departments, and maintains the city Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in a "ready condition" in case of an emergency.

A emergency response and mitigation system that meets the current and future needs of the citizens of Hanover County in response to all emergency situations, accidental, natural or manmade.

Chesterfield County Emergency Management Division protects the county citizens, visitors and its environment by coordinating and integrating all activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the capability to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from threatened or actual natural disasters, acts of terrorism, or other man-made disasters.