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Emergency News & Alerts

Arlington Alerts - an alert system that allows Arlington County to contact you during an emergency via email or text message. In the event of a man-made or natural disaster, severe weather event, or a serious or sudden traffic disruption, Arlington Alerts provide emergency information.

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Emergency Preparedness Resources

Arlington County Emergency Website – Information about snow removal, weather-related closings and delays, and more.

Arlington Public Safety Communications & Emergency Management – Critical service areas of the Public Safety and Emergency Management Office (PSCEM) include emergency preparedness and day-to-day operation of the Emergency Communications Center.

Ready.gov - Federal Emergency Management Agency

Hurricane Preparedness - National Weather Service

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