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The HealthyVB Coalition is conducting a survey to get residents’ opinions about health
and wellness in our community.
The results of this survey will be used to set health priorities and goals for Virginia Beach.
All results from the survey will be anonymous.
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Please visit www.vbhealth2012.com and take our survey.
ARE YOU PREPARED?
Hurricane Season in the Mid-Atlantic region stretches from June 1st to November 30th,
with the peak of the season for Virginia being August through October. 
Hurricanes may bring high winds, heavy rains and flooding. Are you ready?

Ready to save money? Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday is May 25-31, 2012. 
Visit www.tax.virginia.gov for more information.

Is it a watch or a warning?
A hurricane watch means there is a threat of hurricane conditions within the next 24-36 hours.

A hurricane warning means hurricane conditions are expected in less than 24 hours.

It is important to know the difference between a watch and a warning 
so that you will have enough time to prepare.


Before the storm, Take precautions at home.
  • Close and board up windows.
  • Remove outside antennas.
  • Bring in lawn furniture, toys, tools and garbage cans. Tie down anything that can't be brought in.
  • Trim dead tree branches.
  • Turn off propane tanks.
  • Make sure your emergency kit is stocked and prepared.
  • Know the Hurricane Safety Rules.















Monitor the storm and be ready to evacuate, if needed.
  • Know safe routes inland.
  • Be ready to drive inland 20-50 miles or more.
  • Leave yourself plenty of time. Traffic on evacuation routes may be backed up.
  • Find the Virginia Evacuation Guide here; featuring information on evacuation routes, reverse traffic on Interstate 64 and Public Shelter information.
  • Visit ready.virginia.gov for more information.
                

Want to volunteer to help during Public Health Emergencies?
Check out the Medical Reserve Corp!