Before You Dig (PDF)

Want to plant a tree in your yard? Installing a birdhouse or lamppost? Before you dig, call VA 811.

Crime Data

View a list of links which offer detailed information regarding crime data collected from the police and sheriff’s departments.

Drinking Water Quality

Evacuation Routes

During the likely event of a state or locally declared evacuation, citizens will be asked to leave their homes for an extended period of time in order to avoid the danger involved with a hurricane landfall in Newport News or the Hampton Roads Area.

Family Preparedness

Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. The City of Newport News recommends the following strategies for preparing you and your family for the likely event of a disaster or emergency.

Flood Information

Learn about the risk of flooding in Newport News and what you can do to mitigate its effects.

Hurricane Guide

The Hampton Roads Hurricane Guide is now available in English and Spanish.

Mayor’s Campaign to End Bullying

Learn more about the Mayor’s campaign to end bullying in public schools in order to make them and our community a safe and supportive environment.

NN ALERT

Learn about our alerting system and register today to receive emergency and community information.

Property Complaints

Police

Sewer System Do’s and Don’ts

Smoke Testing