Emergency Management

The HRPDC serves as a resource to foster and support local and regional strategies that will complement existing emergency management programs in cities and counties throughout Hampton Roads. Our goal is to help build partnerships that encourage regional cooperation. The HRPDC supports a proactive, integrated emergency management approach to mitigation, preparedness, prevention, response and recovery in the event of major emergencies or disasters. Working together helps ensure that the Hampton Roads area is well-prepared to protect the safety and well-being of its citizens.

Emergency planning programs are in place in our local jurisdictions and the Regional Emergency Management Technical Committee (REMTAC) is working to enhance these plans on a regional level. The HRPDC provides support to REMTAC and local jurisdictions on a variety of emergency management issues, including:

• Hurricane Evacuation Planning

• Emergency Shelter Planning

• Debris Management Resource Planning

• Disaster Planning for Populations with Special Needs

• Public Education Awareness & Hurricane Preparedness Programs

The HRPDC also maintains an emergency management website at www.hremc.org, which provides public awareness, educational and preparedness information within the Hampton Roads and Eastern Shore regions of Virginia.

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