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Welcome!
The Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) provides emergency mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery services to the residents of Fairfax County by writing the Emergency Operations Plan, managing the county's emergency operations center and 24/7 watch center and by coordinating post disaster recovery activities. OEM also provides emergency planning in such areas as special needs, continuity of operations and emergency operations
OEM staff members are available to give presentations on emergency preparedness to your homeowner's association, civic group, business or faith community. Contact us to learn more.
Are you prepared?
The Fairfax County Office of Emergency Management suggests a simple
four-step process for residents to prepare themselves, their communities
and their businesses for naturally occuring or man-made emergencies.
Click on the images below to view useful emergency preparedness
information as well as what to do in response to a specific emergency
like a hurricane, winter storm or terrorist attack.
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All residents should learn what to do in case of an emergency. This includes how to take the necessary precautions to protect yourself, your family and property. Disaster can strike quickly and without warning, requiring you to evacuate your neighborhood, or, in some cases, confine you to your home. Preparing in advance by learning what hazards may affect your community and learning how to deal with these hazards is an important part of emergency preparedness. Be ready!