Virginia Tropical Depression Ida September 1, 2021 Virginia

Virginia Tropical Depression Ida
                                 September 1, 2021
                                      Virginia

Office of Governor – Ralph Northam
P.O. Box 1475
Richmond, VA 23218
(804) 786-2211
https://www.governor.virginia.gov
http://www.twitter.com/GovernorVA
https://www.facebook.com/GovernorVA

Recent press release related to Tropical Depression Ida:

August 31, 2021

RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today declared a state of emergency to respond to
impacts from Tropical Depression Ida, which is expected to cause heavy rains and
flooding along the I-81 and I-66 corridors. Localities in the southwest region have already
experienced heavy rainfall in recent days, leading to flash floods and complicating storm
preparation efforts. In addition to the flood threat, there is also a risk of tornadoes across the
Commonwealth late Tuesday night through Wednesday.

“My thoughts are with those across the country impacted by this devastating storm,” said
Governor Northam. “While we’re fortunate in Virginia to have avoided the hurricane itself,
heavy rainfall is expected to cause additional flash flooding and dangerous conditions
in portions of the Commonwealth. I’m grateful to the first responders and rescue crews
currently on the ground, and I urge Virginians in these regions to stay alert.”

Severe weather began hitting parts of the Southwest region on Monday, August 30, and is
expected to continue as remnants from Tropical Depression Ida arrive in the Commonwealth.
Heavy rainfall has already caused flash flooding in Buchanan County, with potential for
additional flooding, downed trees, electrical outages, and impacts to roads, bridges, and
other infrastructure. Impacts are expected to be felt particularly along the I-81 and I-66
corridors.

A state of emergency allows the Commonwealth to mobilize resources and to deploy people
and equipment to assist in response and recovery efforts. The declaration also allows officials
from Virginia to coordinate planning and evacuation resources with our state and local
partners. This action does not apply to individuals or private businesses.

Virginia Department of Emergency Management
9711 Farrar Court, Suite 200
North Chesterfield, VA 23236
(804) 897-6500
https://www.vaemergency.gov
https://twitter.com/VDEM

Most recent social media posts related to the Tropical Depression Ida:

September 1, 2021 3:34pm EST - Please continue to stay weather aware! There are
Tornado Watches and Tornado Warnings in parts of #Virginia. Make sure your
emergency alerts are turned on and have multiple ways to stay informed. Follow your
local @NWS office on social media.
National Weather Service
@NWSWakefieldVA
@NWS_BaltWash
@NWSBlacksburg
@NWSCharlestonWV
@NWSMorristown

Red Cross Capital Chapter
2825 Emerywood Parkway
Richmond, VA 23294
(804) 780-2250

22 West Washington Street
Petersburg, Virginia 23805
(804) 733-5711
https://www.redcross.org/local/virginia.html
https://twitter.com/VARedCross
https://www.facebook.com/VARedCross

Red Cross Blue Ridge Virginia Chapter
3700 Candlers Mountain Road, Suite 7
Lynchburg, Virginia 24502
(434) 845-1234

Red Cross Central Virginia Chapter
1105 Rose Hill Drive
Charlottesville, Virginia 22903
(434) 979-7143

Red Cross Coastal Virginia Chapter
611 West Brambleton Avenue
Norfolk, Virginia 23510
(757) 446-7700

1323 West Pembroke Ave.
Hampton, VA 23661
(757) 838-7320

Red Cross Rappahannock Virginia Chapter
2217 Princess Anne Street, Unit B26
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 735-0500

Red Cross Southwest Virginia Chapter
352 Church Avenue SW
Roanoke, Virginia 24016
(540) 985-3535

      Open Shelters:

To view updates on shelters, visit https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-
recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html

Most recent social media posts related to the Tropical Depression Ida:

September 1, 2021 11:32am EST - Our latest edition of Behind the Vest as we discuss the
the remnants of former major Hurricane Ida, as it makes its way across the Virginia
Region today. There is an increased chance for severe weather, that could cause flash
flooding and isolated tornados. Be sure to follow our partners Dominion Energy,
the Virginia Department of Emergency Management and our American Red Cross
Virginia Region social accounts (@VARedCross) for updates and information.
You can also download the free Red Cross Emergency App on your devices, to monitor
35 different emergency alerts in your community, such as tornado warnings.

United Way/211 Information and Referrals Lines
These information and referral lines may know of additional resources currently
providing assistance, such as food pantries, clothing closets, emergency shelters, and
agencies offering financial assistance. Please call and provide your zip code and
demographic information in order to receive referrals.

From all local numbers, dial 2-1-1.
From all other numbers, dial (800) 230-6977.

Resource assistance is also available from the website at: https://211virginia.org

NATIONAL RESOURCES:

FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA)
500 C Street SW
Washington, DC 20472
(800) 621-3362
http://www.fema.gov
Please visit the website and click on “Disaster Declarations”. If a disaster is declared,
please call to apply for assistance by phone, or visit http://www.fema.gov/apply-
assistance to apply online.

DISASTERASSISTANCE.GOV
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
Offers information about local resources for disasters, including: FEMA Disaster
Recovery Centers (DRCs), Red Cross, food, shelter, state emergency management
agencies, and hospital locators.
To determine if individual disaster assistance is available through FEMA, please visit
the website and enter the address.
To locate your local state emergency management agency for disaster information and
updates, please visit http://www.fema.gov/emergency-management-agencies

AMERICAN RED CROSS NATIONAL
National Headquarters
2025 East Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 303-4498 or (800) 733-2767
http://www.redcross.org
Please call or visit the website to locate your local chapter and open shelters.

AMERICAN RED CROSS SAFE AND WELL LIST
https://safeandwell.communityos.org/cms/index.php
Residents affected can notify their friends and family that they are safe by visiting the
website and selecting “List Myself as Safe and Well.” Individuals can also search for
loved ones by selecting “Search Registrants.”

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Weather alerts by state are available at http://www.weather.gov/alerts.

THE WEATHER CHANNEL
Local forecasts and severe weather alerts, available at http://www.weather.com.

NATIONAL TRAFFIC AND ROAD CLOSURE INFORMATION
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/trafficinfo

SAFE TRAVEL USA
http://www.safetravelusa.com

Free Help Line:

Optum, a leading health and behavioral health services company, is offering a free
emotional-support help line.

The toll-free number, 866-342-6892, will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week,
for as long as necessary. The service is free of charge and open to anyone. Specially
trained Optum mental health specialists help people manage their stress and anxiety so
they can continue to address their everyday needs. Callers may also receive referrals to
community resources to help them with specific concerns, including financial and legal
matters.

Along with the toll-free help line, emotional-support resources and information are
available online at https://www.liveandworkwell.com.