24/7 Emergency Contacts
The following emergency numbers have been provided to assist you the next time you need help before, during or after an emergency.
Additional emergency preparedness information is available at all Virginia Beach Public Libraries or www.vbgov.com/residents/emergency-preparedness.
VBAlert
VBAlert is the city's emergency alert and warning system. The city will send out VBAlert notifications when there is a public safety incident. VBAlert messages are automatically sent to landline telephones in the affected area of the city. If you do not have a landline telephone, you must register with VBAlert in order to receive text notifications on your mobile device(s) or via email. To register to receive VBAlert messages on your mobile device(s) or in your email, go to
www.vbgov.com/vbalert and register as a new user.
TV
VBTV Cable Channels 46, 47, and 48 - Cox Channel 47 & 48 - Verizon Channel 45 & 47
VBTV provides emergency information including the city's operational status and facilities closure notices.
Local Television Channels WTKR 3, WAVY 10, and WVEC 13.
The city sends updates to the news desks of the local public television stations.
Radio
NOAA Weather Radio provides continuous broadcasts of the latest weather information from your local National Weather Service Office 24/7.
VBgov.com
Emergency information is available before, during and after and emergency. Visit
www.vbgov.com/beprepared to assist you in protecting your family and property in the case of an emergency situation.