Chesapeake Hazards

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Learn more about Chesapeake hazards

Floods

Floods are the most common and widespread of all natural disasters. Most communities in the United States can experience some kind of flooding after spring rains, heavy thunderstorms, or winter snow thaws.
Hurricanes

Chesapeake is no stranger to hurricanes, so take a moment and learn how to prepare for a potential land-falling tropical storm or hurricane.
Tornadoes

Learn how to prepare and react should a tornado watch or warning be issued for your area.
Winter Weather

The City of Chesapeake may see fewer winter weather emergencies than other areas but that makes it even more important to be prepared. Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe.
Thunderstorms & Lightning

Lightning is a leading cause of injury and death from weather-related hazards. Although most lightning victims survive, people struck by lightning often report a variety of long-term, debilitating symptoms. Thunderstorms are dangerous storms that include lightning and can create or cause: Powerful winds over 50 mph Hail Flash flooding and/or tornadoes
Extreme Heat

Extreme heat or heat waves occur when temperatures reach high levels or when the combination of heat and humidity causes the air to become oppressive.
Power Outages

Extended power outages may impact the whole community and the economy. A power outage is when the electrical power goes out unexpectedly. A power outage may: Disrupt communications, water and transportation. Close retail businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, ATMs, banks and other services. Cause food spoilage and water contamination. Prevent use of medical devices.
Hazardous Materials Incidents

Hazardous materials can include explosives, flammable and combustible substances, poisons and radioactive materials. Emergencies can happen during production, storage, transportation, use or disposal. You are at risk when chemicals are used unsafely or released in harmful amounts where you live, work or play.
Explosions

Explosive devices can be carried in a vehicle or by a person, delivered in a package or concealed on the roadside. There are steps you can take to prepare.
Active Threat

Take steps to prepare and protect yourself and help others in the event of a mass attack. Types of Mass Attacks Individuals using firearms to cause mass casualties (active shooter). Individuals using a vehicle to cause mass casualties. Individuals using homemade bombs to cause mass casualties. Other methods used in mass attacks may include knives, fires, drones or other weapons.