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Connolly Urges Residents to Prepare for Hazardous Weather
Oct 26 2012
I urge all Virginians to prepare for what the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting will be a “historic” weather event as Hurricane Sandy makes its way up the East Coast and makes landfall in the Mid-Atlantic region over the next few days.
Based on our experience with prior storms of this magnitude, Northern Virginia residents should exercise every precaution in preparing themselves and their homes. One of the hallmarks of this community has been the willingness of neighbors to pitch in and to help one another in times of crisis like this. It is that kind of readiness that will help us weather any storm. Please be safe.
The National Weather Service has issued a “Hazardous Weather Outlook” for the Commonwealth, and Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell declared a State of Emergency Friday in advance of the storm.
The most significant impact for Northern Virginia will be felt from Monday afternoon into Tuesday. Hurricane-force winds of speeds of 35 – 55 mph with gusts of up to 70 mph and flooding as a result of 4’’ – 8’’ of rain are anticipated across much of the region.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging all Americans in East Coast states to take steps now to prepare their families and businesses for hurricanes and severe weather.
Personal preparedness is critical and it is never too early for individuals and families to take action. One of the most important steps individuals in impacted areas can take is to follow the guidance provided by local authorities.
I urge all residents to utilize the following resources to remain informed and take preparedness actions for themselves, their families and their neighbors.
Rest assured that federal, state and local governments will be coordinating emergency responses and clean up, and my office will be providing up-to-the-minute information as it is available through this web site and our social media accounts.
FEMA
www.ready.gov
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
www.noaa.gov
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
www.readyvirginia.gov
Virginia road conditions
www.511virginia.org
Fairfax County Emergency Management Homepage
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/emergency/
Fairfax County Emergency Information Blog
http://fairfaxcountyemergency.wordpress.com/
PW Co Emergency Management Homepage
http://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/FR/OEM/Pages/default.aspx
Dominion Power
www.dom.com
1-866-366-4357 or 1-866-DOM-HELP
NOVEC
www.novec.com
703-335-0500 or 888-335-0500
FEMA
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Virginia road conditions
Fairfax County Emergency Management Homepage
Fairfax County Emergency Information Blog
PW Co Emergency Management Homepage
Fairfax City
Police (Non Emergency)
Fairfax – (703) 691-2131
Eastern Prince William County – (703) 792-7360
Western Prince William County – (703) 792-6260
Fairfax City – (703) 385-7924
Utility Company Contact Information
NOVEC: www.novec.com or 703-335-0500 or 1-888-335-0500
Dominion Power: www.dom.com or 1-866-DOM-HELP
Washington Gas: www.washgas.com or 703-750-1000
Verizon: 1-800-483-500
Comcast: 1-800-COMCAST
Cox: 703-378-8422
There are a number of entities that supply water to residents of the 11th District
City of Fairfax Residents
City of Fairfax Department of Utilities: 703-385-7920
Town of Vienna Residents
Town of Vienna Department of Public Works: 703-255-6380
Prince William County Residents:
Prince William County Service Authority: 703-335-7900
Fairfax County Residents
North-Central portion of Fairfax County adjacent to the City of Falls Church:
City of Falls Church Department of Environmental Services Public Utilities Division:703-248-5071
Central Fairfax contiguous to City of Fairfax
City of Fairfax Department of Utilities: 703-385-7920
Central Fairfax contiguous to the Town of Vienna
Town of Vienna Department of Public Works: 703-255-6380
The rest (majority) of Fairfax County:
Fairfax Water: 703-698-5800
Police (Non Emergency)
Fairfax – (703) 691-2131
Eastern Prince William County – (703) 792-7360
Western Prince William County – (703) 792-6260
Fairfax City – (703) 385-7924
Utility Company Contact Information
NOVEC: www.novec.com or 703-335-0500 or 1-888-335-0500
Dominion Power: www.dom.com or 1-866-DOM-HELP
Washington Gas: www.washgas.com or 703-750-1000
Verizon: 1-800-483-5000 or 1-800-VERIZON
Comcast: 1-800-COMCAST
Cox: 703-378-8422
Water Supply Contact Information In 11th District of Virginia
City of Fairfax Residents
City of Fairfax Department of Utilities: 703-385-7920
Town of Vienna Residents
Town of Vienna Department of Public Works: 703-255-6380
Prince William County Residents
Prince William County Service Authority: 703-335-7900
Fairfax County Residents
North-Central portion of Fairfax County adjacent to the City of Falls Church:
City of Falls Church Department of Environmental Services Public Utilities Division:703-248-5071
Central Fairfax contiguous to City of Fairfax
City of Fairfax Department of Utilities: 703-385-7920
Central Fairfax contiguous to the Town of Vienna
Town of Vienna Department of Public Works: 703-255-6380
The rest (majority) of Fairfax County
Fairfax Water: 703-698-5800