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Chesapeake Hazards


Learn About Chesapeake Hazards

Find response actions to our regional threats:
  • Flooding
  • Hurricanes
  • Tornadoes
  • Winter Storms & Extreme Cold
  • Thunderstorms & Lightening
  • Extreme Heat
  • Power Outages
  • Hazardous Materials Incidents
  • Explosions
  • Active Threat
FLOODING:

Chesapeake's largest threat is flooding The City of Chesapeake recommends all homeowners in Chesapeake purchase flood insurance. 

  • Find your evacuation zonelinks to external site.         
  • Learn more about flooding.
  • Purchase Flood Insurancelinks to external site

Learn more FEMA recommendations for preparing your home and community.

 
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