🌊 BEHIND THE FLOODWATERS: VDEM’S FLOOD INTELLIGENCE UNIT
As our coastal regions in Virginia continues to experience the Nor’Easter flooding, VDEM’s Flood Intelligence Unit (FIU) is working behind the scenes to help protect communities.
From coastal waterways to rivers and streams, this information helps VDEM and its partners better understand flood conditions and protect lives and property.
Flood intelligence saves lives. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
We’re excited to announce new opportunities to join the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. As we continue to grow and strengthen our mission, we’re looking for passionate, skilled individuals to join our agency.
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Know someone who would be a great fit for VDEM?
Encourage them to apply and be part of a team that makes a real difference across the Commonwealth.
⚠️ Even as the skies clear, gusty winds, high seas, and dangerous beach conditions will remain concerns. 🌊 Remember: -Never drive through flooded roads. Turn Around, Don't Drown! -Stay away from flooded roadways, shorelines, and areas exposed to rough surf.
📸 How has flooding affected your community? Share your photos in the comments! We want to see what you're experiencing across Virginia, but ONLY take photos if you can do so safely from a dry, secure location away from floodwaters.
Photo by T. VK with VDEM- The "No Wake Sign" was posted on the utility pole as a reminder to motorist that driving through even shallow flood waters can cause large wakes (waves) that exacerbate the flooding conditions on properties adjacent to the roadways.
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Virginia Department of Emergency Management retweeted
NEW VIDEO: from Norfolk, VA, shows the growing impact of coastal flooding, as water inundated neighborhoods and covered streets. And this may only be the beginning, as conditions are expected to deteriorate further this weekend.#noreaster#vawx#flooding
🌊 FLOODWATERS AFTER DARK: WHAT YOU CAN’T SEE CAN HURT YOU!
⚠️ Virginia, the next high tide cycle is expected to peak AFTER SUNSET, bringing another round of coastal flooding when visibility is reduced and hidden hazards become even harder to see.
📸 How has flooding affected your neighborhood? Share your photos in the comments! We want to see what you're experiencing across Virginia, but ONLY take photos if you can do so safely from a dry, secure location away from floodwaters.