Hurricanes can threaten an individual's sense of control and feelings of safety, and they can affect many aspects of our lives. In addition to property damage and other losses, events like Hurricane Sandy can result in significant emotional distress. The toll-free Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-...
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) suggests that anyone interested in volunteering for or making a donation to Hurricane Sandy response efforts should follow the following guidelines:
Volunteers
To register as an available volunteer...
Many homes and businesses sustained water damage from Hurricane Sandy. Cleanup of flooding should start as soon as it is safe to do so. The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) reminds all Rhode Islanders of the following safety precautions to take:
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The Department of Environmental Management is providing the following guidelines to municipalities so they can manage tree waste that can not be cut and chipped at the point-of-generation. The following options are available to all municipalities. Through this temporary emergency approval process,...
The Department of Environmental Management announces that due to anticipated unacceptable water quality resulting from storm surge and coastal flooding from Hurricane Sandy, all approved waters of Point Judith Pond, Potter Pond, Ninigret Pond, Quonochontaug Pond, and Winnapaug Pond were closed to...
Soldiers and Airmen work with community services in assessment and recovery operations
The Rhode Island National Guard is assisting first responders and emergency management staff in assessing and responding to impacts from the storm.
Currently Soldiers are performing...
Many Rhode Islanders have been impacted by the weather conditions of Hurricane Sandy. As a result, homeowners (especially those along the coast) have sustained damage to their property. The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) is partnering with Rhode Island United Way's 2-1-1 to...
Cumberland High School, closed at 2:00 PM
Warwick Veterans Memorial High School will close at 4:00 PM (0 clients all day). Pilgrim Senior Center on standby for tonight if needed.
Chariho Middle School, closed at 2:30 PM (0 clients all day). Westerly Senior Center on standby for tonight if...
As storm cleanup and restoration efforts begin, the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) urges all Rhode Islanders to take the necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
The storm has passed; however, there are still strong currents and riptides. Water conditions are a danger to...
