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Strong storms bring wind, hail, lightning, and falling trees. They can do a lot of damage in minutes. Storms are getting stronger, and some blocks get hit harder.
Strong storms bring wind, hail, lightning, and falling trees. They can do a lot of damage in minutes. Storms are getting stronger, and some blocks get hit harder.
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What's happening?
What's happening?
Severe storms with high winds, hail, and lightning are becoming more frequent and more intense across the region. Downed trees and power lines, damaged roofs, and disrupted transportation are common outcomes. Philadelphia's aging infrastructure can make storm damage worse in some neighborhoods.
What is the City doing?
What is the City doing?
Learn what the City is doing to prepare and recover from Storms.
What can you do?
What can you do?
Learn how to prepare and get ideas for taking action as a community. Checking in on neighbors. Building a block-level plan before strong storms hits.
Gathering idea
Gathering idea
Talk with neighbors about what happened during past storms on your block. Which trees looked vulnerable? Who lost power? Who needed help and couldn't reach it? Making a plan together before the next storm is the most useful thing your block can do.
Speak up
Speak up
Find and contact your elected officials to advocate for meaningful change. A few ideas to get started below.
Find and contact your elected officials to advocate for meaningful change. A few ideas to get started below.
Learn more about "How Philly Works".
Advocate for city tree maintenance programs that prioritize neighborhoods with aging canopies.
Push for emergency shelter access in your district.
Advocate for more resources to protect and prepare your home for storms.
Advocate to protect the regional power grid and say no to data centers.
Get help
Get help
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Text READYPHILA to 888-777 for alerts · Call 311 for City help · Call or text 211 for bills, housing, and more.
Emergency Resources
Emergency Resources
ReadyPhiladelphia Office of Emergency Management
The City of Philadelphia’s emergency information notification system is ReadyPhiladelphia. To sign up, text ReadyPhila to 888-777 or go to the link above to select additional alerts, select preferences, and choose the language. Most alerts are available in eleven languages: English, French, Arabic, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese, Simplified Chinese, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, Swahili, and American Sign Language.\ReadyPhiladelphia Office of Emergency Management
How to Report a Tree Emergency Tree Philly
How to Report a Tree Emergency Tree Philly
Learn who to call for tree emergencies.
Learn who to call for tree emergencies.
Health Information Card Philadelphia Department of Public Health
Fill out a health information card and keep it with you in your wallet, purse or other safe place. A health information card will help you keep track of: emergency contact information, communication needs, any special equipment or supplies you require, important health information, and current medications. Health Information Card Philadelphia Department of Public Health
Mental Health and Public Health Emergencies Philadelphia Department of Public Health
Emergencies can make it hard to take care of your mental health. Being prepared can help. Make a plan to make sure your basic needs and support systems are available during an emergency.Mental Health and Public Health Emergencies Philadelphia Department of Public Health
For the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988. Free online screening and resources: www.HealthyMindsPhilly.org
Housing Resources
Housing Resources
Individuals & Households Program FEMA
Individuals and Households Program (IHP) provides financial and direct services to eligible individuals and households affected by a disaster, who have uninsured or under-insured necessary expenses and serious needs. IHP assistance is not a substitute for insurance and cannot compensate for all losses caused by a disaster. The assistance is intended to meet your basic needs and supplement disaster recovery efforts.Individuals & Households Program FEMA
SBA Disaster Loans U.S. Small Business Administration
Explore SBA's low-interest disaster loans to help homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes recover from declared disasters.SBA Disaster Loans U.S. Small Business Administration
Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC)
The Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) provides free repairs to correct electrical, plumbing, heating, limited structural and carpentry, and roofing emergencies in eligible owner-occupied homes in Philadelphia. Call 215-448-2160 or click the link above for more information.Basic Systems Repair Program (BSRP) Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC)
Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program City of Philadelphia and DHCD
The Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program (DRRP) provides extensive, free repairs to eligible owner-occupied homes in Philadelphia that were affected by Hurricane Ida. Disaster Recovery and Resilience Program City of Philadelphia and DHCD
Renters' Rights Housing Equality Center
Philadelphia renters have the right to habitable conditions, including adequate heat. This document provides insight and templates to navigate Renter Rights issues.Renters' Rights Housing Equality Center
Built to Last Program PEA
PEA is acting as an administrative backbone to allow housing programs to layer and streamline their services, and will add construction management services, additional grants and financing as needed. Built to Last seeks to restore the safety, health, affordability and comfort of existing affordable housing in a way that improves the long-term quality of Philadelphia’s housing, builds community wealth, and helps families avoid displacement and stay in their homes.Built to Last Program PEA
Adaptive Modifications Program (AMP) Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC)
The Adaptive Modifications Program (AMP) is designed to help low-income individuals with permanent physical disabilities live more independently in their homes. It provides free adaptations to a house or an apartment, allowing easier access to and mobility within the home.Adaptive Modifications Program (AMP) Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation (PHDC)
Education + Information Resources
Education + Information Resources
Family Emergency Plan OEM
Keep track of local emergency contacts, important phone numbers, medical information, and family meeting locations. Keep a copy within easy access so that you or your family members can refer to it in case an emergency happens.Family Emergency Plan OEM
READY Home, READY Business & READY Community Preparedness Workshops OEM
The Office of Emergency Management works with businesses and non-profit organizations like schools, places of worship, libraries, and community centers to prepare for any kind of emergency. Our READYBusiness and READYHome are free, hour-long, intense programs that will leave you knowing what to have in your hand, heart and home in the event of an emergency. If you’re interested in OEM visiting your neighborhood group or business, please email us at oem@phila.gov.READY Home, READY Business & READY Community Preparedness Workshops OEM
Renters' Rights Housing Equality Center
Philadelphia renters have the right to habitable conditions, including adequate heat. This document provides insight and templates to navigate Renter Rights issues.Renters' Rights Housing Equality Center
Disaster & Social Services Hotline PA 211
From help with a utilities bill, to housing assistance, after-school programs for kids, and more, you can dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 to talk with a resource specialist for free. Our specialists will listen to your needs and give you information on programs in your community that might be able to help.Disaster & Social Services Hotline PA 211
Service Link Penn Center for Public Health
Volunteers work with clients in confidential settings to secure basic living needs such as housing, physical and mental health, food, utilities and repairs, adult education, child-related, employment, financial, transportation, and legal advice.Service Link Penn Center for Public Health
Notifications for changes in water conditions, FEMA
The USGS WaterAlert website is a free government tool that sends text or email notifications when local water levels change. Users can create a secure account to set up custom thresholds, tracking real-time stream and river data transmitted via satellite.
Notifications for changes in water conditions, FEMA
The FEMA Homeowner's Guide to Retrofitting provides detailed instructions on different methods to protect houses from flood damage. By implementing these permanent structural upgrades, homeowners can reduce future recovery costs, improve personal safety, and lower their flood insurance premiums.
Community Response Partner Network (CRPN) Newsletter
The CRPN Newsletter is issued approximately every two weeks and in response to emerging public health hazards. The newsletters have seasonal preparedness information. To begin receiving these newsletters and other essential information you can share with your trusted contacts, please enroll in the Community Response Partner Network (CRPN).Community Response Partner Network (CRPN) Newsletter
Philadelphia Department of Public Health Public Health Preparedness Community Resources
Order free educational materials, request training or resource tabling, sign up for webinars or newsletters. Public health emergencies are any disaster or crisis that can harm the health of Philadelphia residents and communities. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) works every day to make sure Philadelphia is prepared. Our plans involve partners at the local, state, and federal levels, and the Public Health Preparedness Program (PHP) works with community partners and service providers to keep residents informed and safe.Philadelphia Department of Public Health Public Health Preparedness Community Resources
Tree Resources
Tree Resources
How to Report a Tree Emergency Tree Philly
How to Report a Tree Emergency Tree Philly
Learn who to call for tree emergencies.
Learn who to call for tree emergencies.
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