08/06/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/07/2024 15:16
The City of Alexandria urges residents and businesses to prepare for the remnants of Hurricane Debby, which may result in periods of coastal flooding in the region beginning Wednesday, August 7.
In anticipation of several days of heavy rain, the City will provide free sandbags to residents and businesses tomorrow, August 7 at the following locations:
Additional locations may be added as needed.
Sandbags will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of five per address. Proof of residency or business in Alexandria is required. Please review the Guidance for Proper Use of Sandbags.
PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION AND TIPS
Making preparations for an emergency now is the best way to protect yourself, loved ones, property, and the community. Residents and businesses should find out if they are in evacuation areas; assess their risks; and determine if their property is vulnerable to storm surge, flooding or winds.
UNDERSTANDING TROPICAL STORM AND HURRICANE MESSAGES
The severity of the message is key to how soon to expect a storm's impact and the level of action you will need to take.
A WATCH means tropical storm or hurricane conditions are possible within 36 hours.
PREPARATION DURING A TROPICAL STORM OR HURRICANE WATCH:
A WARNING means tropical storm or hurricane conditions are expected within 24 hours.
ONCE A TROPICAL STORM OR HURRICANE WARNING IS DECLARED:
STAY INFORMED
During any severe weather event, stay informed by monitoring local media for official news and information. The City will also post updates about City services and programs on alexandriava.gov and send them to the media for broadcast. Information will also be posted to the City's social media channels. To receive emergency notifications by text or email, subscribe to the City's free Alexandria eNews service at alexandriava.gov/eNews.
Visit alexandriava.gov/Hurricane for more information about hurricane preparedness, including flooding information, food and water safety, post-storm cleanup instructions, a Virginia evacuation guide and more.
For inquiries from the news media or reasonable accommodation requests only, contact Ursula Ramos at [email protected], Virginia Relay 711.