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1. What hazards is Chesterfield County susceptible to?

Chesterfield County is susceptible to a variety of threats, both man-made and natural. Examples of these include but are not limited to:

• Acts of Terrorism
• Chemical
• Hazardous Material Spills
• Hurricanes
• Ice or Snow Storms
• Tornadoes

2. When is hurricane season?

Hurricane season is June 1st through November 30th in the Atlantic and May 15th through November 30th in the Eastern Pacific. However, it is possible for tropical storms to occur outside of those date ranges.

3. In the event of a disaster and I have to evacuate my home, where do I go?

You should go to any public school that can be used as a shelter. High schools are chosen first because of their available resources. Other criteria for opening a school for a shelter would include proximity to the event. Be sure to take items such as medications, blankets, clothes, and identification to the shelter.

Sign up for Chesterfield Alert for information about shelters before, during and after an emergency event.

4. What does it mean to “Shelter-In-Place?”

You are to remain in your home or office (wherever you are at the time of the emergency) and protect yourself there. You should also do the following:

• If there is a threat of contaminated outside air, seal doors, windows and vents and turn off all fans and heating and air-conditioning units.
• Go to an interior room.
• Listen or watch local radio and television stations to stay updated on the latest information.

5. Where can I find updated Chesterfield County specific information during a disaster?

County-specific disaster information will be posted to the storm information page.

Additionally, Chesterfield County Public Library (CCPL) locations may be utilized as information stations during a disaster.