dorian

Hurricane Dorian continues advancing north and, this morning, the storm made landfall in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. North Carolina and Virginia are likely to experience continued severe weather with high winds, torrential rain and flash flooding throughout the day. Remember: Stay out of floodwaters – Turn Around, Don’t Drown! If you evacuated, do not try to return home...

“Don't tough it out. Get out. Save your life. Save the life of your family. Make the smart choice today because the clock is ticking.” – Acting FEMA Administrator Pete Gaynor Dorian Hits Florida while Fernand Threatens Northern Mexico & Southern Texas Even though the storm’s category changed overnight, Dorian is still expected to bring life-threatening storm surge and high...

Hurricane Dorian is expected to bring life-threatening storm surge, dangerous winds and significant infrastructure damage to much of the Florida peninsula beginning Monday. Evacuations have begun to be issued in Florida, and additional evacuation orders may follow. Fill your tank, stock your vehicle with supplies, and if ordered to evacuate, go. The forecasted track for Dorian can change quickly.  If...

The risk of dangerous storm surge and hurricane-force winds along the east coast of Florida later this week and this weekend continues to increase. Those in the Caribbean impacted by Dorian should use caution as they return home or begin clean up.  Residents in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands should continue to follow the directions of local officials...

WASHINGTON – As Tropical Storm Dorian approaches, FEMA urges people in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to listen to government officials on the islands and complete final preparations now. Dorian is forecast to bring heavy rain and strong winds to communities in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands still working to recover from hurricanes Irma and Maria. Residents...