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CEMA's NEW Podcast: Y'all Ready For THIS?
Join us each week as we explore a new part of emergency management and preparedness in Chatham County! Take 15 minutes out of your day to learn something that could help save your life!
Winter Weather Preparedness
Are you ready for cold weather this winter? Predictions are showing a more mild winter, but if 2020 has taught us anything, it is that we should always expect the unexpected!
New Updated CEMA App- Download TODAY!
Head over to your app store and search for Chatham County EMA. Our updated app has some great features to help you get prepared and stay in the know!
Chatham County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Interested in knowing what Chatham County's Hazard Mitigation Plan looks like?
Staying in an Evacuation Shelter
hurricane evacuation sheltering may look very different this hurricane season because of COVID-19. Take a look a some changes that may be coming your way here.
Emergency Supply Kit
COVID-19 may have changed items you put in your emergency kit. Take a look at these suggested items for your kit!
Preparing For Hurricane Season
Now is the time to start preparing for a hurricane. Learn about some of the actions you can take before a storm is heading our way.
2020 Hurricane Season Evacuation Considerations
The 2020 hurricane season has several new complexities because of COVID-19. Learn more about important evacuation considerations.
2020 Hurricane Season
The 2020 Hurricane Season has begun- Are you and your family prepared?
Self Care During COVID-19- Are You Taking Care Of Yourself?
Ensure you are taking care of yourself emotionally and physically during this time! It is rough on everyone.
Social Distancing Can Save Lives
What does social distancing mean? How far apart is 6 feet? Learn more!
Coronavirus Frequently Asked Questions
View the Coastal Health District's list of Frequently Asked Questions about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Flood Safety
NEVER drive through standing water. It only takes two feet of standing water to sweep away a full-sized car.
Lightning Safety
Make sure to know the lightning safety rules. If you hear thunder or see lightning, go indoors.
Tornado Safety
Calling all residents, schools and businesses! Join us at 9 a.m. today in participating in the statewide PrepareAthon for tornado safety.
Thunderstorm Safety Part 2
Tomorrow morning at 9 is the statewide PrepareAThon for tornado safety!
Thunderstorm Safety
It’s Day Two of Severe Weather Preparedness Week! Learn the difference between a thunderstorm watch and a thunderstorm warning and make sure you’re prepared for both.
2020 Preparedness Week - Day 1
Today kicks off Severe Weather Preparedness Week! Remember: you and your family may not always be together when disaster strikes.
Join CEMA’s Volunteer Workforce!
There are several different ways that you can get involved with CEMA and help make the Chatham County community more resilient. Found out how!