As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season commences on June 1, Governor Glenn Youngkin is calling on residents and businesses in Virginia to take precautionary measures. The governor emphasized the importance of preparedness to mitigate potential damage from storms.
Governor Youngkin stated, “As the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane season begins, I encourage Virginians to take the time now to learn more about personal preparedness measures and have a plan to protect themselves and their loved ones from the destruction that these storms can create.” He added that proactive steps could help protect homes and businesses, save lives, and speed up recovery. Residents are advised to have a plan, assemble an emergency supply kit, and stay informed through trusted sources.
The Virginia Emergency Support Team is working with government agencies, first responders, community organizations, and private sector partners for coordinated response efforts. John Scrivani of the Virginia Department of Emergency Management highlighted that hurricanes can impact areas beyond coastlines. “Some of the most devastating impacts to Virginia have come from systems that originated in the Gulf,” he noted.
Key safety steps include reviewing insurance coverage for flood protection due to possible waiting periods before policies become effective. Virginians should also know their evacuation zones by visiting KnowYourZoneVA.org. Additionally, families are encouraged to develop communication plans using resources from FEMA.
An emergency kit should be prepared with essentials like food, water, medications, sanitary supplies, radios with extra batteries, and important documents. Staying informed through local alerts is crucial during emergencies as power outages might occur.
Resources for hurricane planning are available at vaemergency.gov/prepare and ready.gov/hurricanes for those seeking further guidance on safeguarding their properties against such threats.
