• slide 1Links for the general public to readily access disaster services following an emergency event.
  • slide 2All hazards approach to emergency management.
  • slide 3The Virgin Islands Fire Service in action: collapsed home.
  • slide 4The Virgin Islands Fire Service in action: car accident.
  • slide 5Every household should have a basic emergency supply kit. Learn how to prepare yours
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LATEST ALERT

Earthquake Alert Magnitude 4.4

The USGS has issued an Earthquake Notification for a Magnitude 4.4 earthquake in the Puerto Rico region which may be felt in the USVI.  If a Tsunami is detected as a result of the earthquake, separate Tsunami information will be sent by AlertVI. VITEMA Staff will monitor these events and issue any follow up action if required.
 
Preliminary Report
USGS Alert Date & Time: 
Magnitude: 4.4
Location: Puerto Rico region
Depth: 12 km
Distance From Nearby Cities: 105.5 km (65.4 mi) N of Brenas, Puerto Rico
106.2 km (65.9 mi) N of Dorado, Puerto Rico
107.1 km (66.4 mi) N of San Juan, Puerto Rico
107.8 km (66.8 mi) N of Levittown, Puerto Rico
108.4 km (67.2 mi) N of Vega Baja, Puerto Rico

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NEWS

Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency Encourages Residents to "Start a Conversation" for National Preparedness Month
This year's theme emphasizes the critical importance of communication in ensuring community resilience in responding to and recovering from potential emergencies and natural disasters.
9/9/2024
Blue Skies Sandbag Distribution Scheduled for Seniors and Homebound Physically-Challenged Residents
Distribution of sandbags to homebound physically-challenged and/or senior residents throughout the territory, will be done on Thursday, August 1st and Friday, August 2nd, 2024.
7/26/2024
CURFEW PASS APPLICATION CLOSED
VITEMA no longer accepts curfew pass applications after Monday, July 15, 2024.
7/15/2024

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