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Learn about Local Hazards
New Hanover County residents should be prepared for potentially damaging weather and other emergencies that could impact our community. Hurricanes, floods, snow storms, and other emergencies have caused power outages, property damage, and interruptions in food and water supplies in our area. Depending on the type of emergency, you may be asked to evacuate or shelter in place (stay put).
In addition to preparing an emergency plan and supply kit before disaster strikes, it is important to be informed and ready to respond to specific emergencies or hazardous situations.
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All Hazards Planning and Resources
Know what hazards and threats could impact our area. Order resources, request a speaker, and find out what you need to be #ReadyNHC.
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Emergency Alerts
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Attacks in Crowded and Public Spaces
Take steps to prepare and protect yourself and to help others in the event of a mass attack.
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Beach Safety
Being safe at the beach is more than remembering the sunscreen and a beach blanket. Do you know what to do if you get caught in a rip current? What happens when thunderstorms come up all of a sudden on the beach? What's the surf like today? Jellyfish? Learn more about beach safety and how to be ready for everything from life guards to waterspouts here.
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Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks are malicious attempts to access or damage a computer or network system. Cyberattacks can lead to the loss of money or the theft of personal, financial and medical information. These attacks can damage your reputation and safety.
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Drought
Nearly every part of the U.S. experiences periods of reduced rainfall. Planning in advance for a drought can protect us in dry years.
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Earthquakes
An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the ground caused by the shifting of rocks deep underneath the earth’s surface. Although they are rare in New Hanover, many areas to our west and south deal with tremors often.
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Flooding
Floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States.
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Hazardous Materials
Learn how we plan for and respond to hazardous materials incidents in New Hanover County.
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Hurricanes
Hurricanes are powerful tropical weather systems with winds of 74 miles per hour or higher
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Nuclear Power Plant
Learn what to do in case of an emergency situation at the nuclear power plant.
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Thunderstorms
Find out how to deal with heavy thunderstorms.
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Tornadoes
Learn what to do if a tornado hits your area.
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Tsunamis
Find out what needs to happen in the event of a tsunami.
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Winter Storms
Learn about the best ways to cope with severe winter weather.