Emergency Services in Portsmouth, Virginia

City and county emergency services offices provide disaster preparedness resources, coordinate first responder operations, and manage local emergency alert systems to protect the community during crises. There are 2 Emergency Services locations in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Residents should register for the city's emergency notification system and know their nearest shelter location — information available through the local emergency management office's website or app.

Residents of Portsmouth should have a household emergency plan that identifies two exit routes, a designated meeting point, and emergency contacts. Contact the local emergency management office for free preparedness workshops and community emergency response training.

You may also find Emergency Services locations in nearby cities including Chesapeake, Newport News, Hampton.