VEMS2025: B1 - Leveraging National Weather Service Expertise: A Case Study of Service Before, During, and After Hurricane Helene

VEMS2025: B1 - Leveraging National Weather Service Expertise: A Case Study of Service Before, During, and After Hurricane Helene

This presentation will explore the critical role played by the National Weather Service (NWS) in supporting emergency management efforts concerning Hurricane Helene. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the NWS products and services provided in advance, during and after Helene. The presentation will showcase a timeline of NWS services, highlight successful interagency coordination, and share key lessons learned that can be applied in future emergency situations in Virginia. Attendees will have the opportunity to share feedback about the effectiveness of NWS services related to Helene.

What is VEMA Voice - The Podcast?

The Virginia Emergency Management Association (VEMA) is a statewide organization that promotes and supports the twin goals of saving lives and protecting property during times of emergencies and disasters in Virginia. MISSION: "To promote, support and advocate for Emergency Management in the Commonwealth of Virginia." VISION: “The recognized expert and advocate for excellence in the management of emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.”

VEMA Voice - The Podcast provides podcasts of presentations or interviews from symposiums and interviews that affect and help us responds to emergency here in the Commonwealth of Virginia.