Emergency Shelters
When conditions warrant, local authorities may instruct you to seek shelter in your home or an emergency shelter within the City. An emergency shelter is an immediate short-term accommodation for persons threatened by or displaced by an incident. Public emergency shelters provide accommodations for all population groups.
A number of emergency shelters are designated throughout the City. The type of event will determine which of the emergency shelters are opened.
Local authorities will provide designated shelter locations at the appropriate time.
Emergency shelters provide a place to sleep, eat, shower and charge cell phones or medical equipment.
When possible bring a change of clothes, sanitary supplies, pre-filled prescriptions and other medical needs, special dietary supplies or requirements with you.
Pets are not permitted within the emergency shelters; however accommodations may be made to transport your pet to Richmond Animal Care and Control’s shelter until you are able to return to your residence.
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