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Center for Disease Control & Prevention
Resources on emergency preparedness and response.
Chemical Agents: Facts About Sheltering in Place
View information provided on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's website.
Nixle
Nixle Connect is an application that allows the NJ State Police and the NJOEM to communicate with the public via text/SMS, email, and Internet posts. Register to receive messages by sending a text message with their zip code to 888777 (data rates may apply depending on your plan). Online registration is also available on the Nixle website.
NOAA Weather Radio
NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information directly from the nearest National Weather Service office, broadcasting warnings, watches and forecasts. Visit their website for more information.
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Weather Forecasts, Watches & Warnings
Active Notices Active notices for New Jersey. Specific weather forecasts, watches and warnings provided by The National Weather Service.
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Power Outages
Read these resources provided on what to do before, during and after a blackout.
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Winter Weather Hazards
Preparing for Winter Weather Hazards Resources provided on NJOEM's website.
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Planning & Preparing for Hazards
Peruse resources provided for planning and preparing for natural and man-made disasters. Information specific to New Jersey residents and protective actions.
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Floods
National Flood Insurance Program: To reduce the impact of flooding on private and public structures FEMA created the National Flood Insurance Program to provide insurance to property owners and encourage communities to adopt floodplain management regulations. Visit FEMA's website for information on this program.
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Hurricanes
Access information about Hurricanes.
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Earthquakes
Find information about Earthquakes from various sources.
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PrepareAthon
America’s PrepareAthon! is a campaign organized by FEMA to increase individual and community preparedness and resilience.
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