Please advise our seniors, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers that the threat of Hurricane Sandy is very real and serious and has the potential of producing a severe impact on the District of Columbia. It is imperative that they are informed of the five Relief Centers that will be open and accessible to all starting at noon tomorrow, Monday, October 29, 2012. Please find below the names and addresses of those locations. The American Red Cross has agreed to provide snacks and water for those seeking safe conditions. You are asked to contact 911 for any and all urgent or Life-Threatening Emergencies, and 311 or (202) 727-6161, the Homeland Security Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA) for non- urgent request for assistance or emergency services being offered on behalf of the city.

Ward 3
Guy Mason Recreation Center
3600 Calvert Street, NW
(202) 727-7736

Ward 4
Emery Heights
5801 Georgia Avenue, NW
(202) 576-3211

Ward 5
Turkey Thicket
1100 Michigan Avenue, NE
(202) 576-9238

Ward 7
Deanwood
1350 49th Street, NE
(202) 671-3077

Ward 8
Bald Eagle
100 Joliet Street, SW
(202) 645-3966

Thank you very much for your consideration and please be vigilant in making the proper preparations for Hurricane Sandy.

Best,

John