Homeland Security

The current Nationwide Threat Level is
ELEVATED
as defined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

ELEVATED Threat Level Definition: Elevated risk of terrorist attack but a specific region of the USA or target has not been identified.

The United States, the State of Virginia and the City of Suffolk have heightened security measures to help deter terrorism and increase protection of America and Americans. We encourage members of the public to continue their daily work, family and leisure activities with a heightened awareness. The following Web site addresses and telephone numbers are provided to assist the public in preparing for emergencies and disasters of all kinds, including terrorism:

Virginia Department of Emergency Management [ www.vaemergency.com ]
Visit the Virginia Department of Emergency Management Web site for information concerning preparedness and reducing vulnerability.

Virginia Corps - Volunteer Program [ www.virginiacorps.org ] -or- [ 1-866-239-4868 ]
The Virginia Corps Volunteer Program is an ideal way for citizens to discover opportunities for volunteering.

Virginia Public Inquiry Hotline [ 1-866-800-4280 - Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm ]
Citizens should call the Virginia Public Inquiry Hotline if your local agencies cannot address your concerns at the local level.

Virginia State Police Terrorism Tip Hotline [ 1-866-488-8554 - 24 hours a day]
Citizens are encouraged to contact the Virginia State Police Terrorism Tip Hotline to report suspicious activity.

Virginia Emergency Operations Center [ 1-800-468-8892 ]
State Police Divisional Dispatch Center [ 757-424-6800 ]
City of Suffolk Police Department [ 757-923-2350 ]
Notify all of the above if you suspect that an incident might be linked to terrorist activity.

Captain James Judkins [ 757-514-7586 - Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm ]
Citizens of Suffolk may contact Captain James Judkins of the City of Suffolk Fire & Rescue Department for local preparedness information. In the event of a local terrorism alert, this number may be reached 24 hours a day.