Crime & Safety

Northern Virginia Storm Safety: Social Media Accounts to Follow or Fan

When the power goes out, Twitter, Facebook and your cellphone may be good ways to get emergency information. Here are suggested social media accounts and blogs to follow.

With a major thunderstorm and possible derecho forecast for Wednesday night and Thursday, safety and preparedness should be top of mind for Arlington residents.

[More: Another Derecho in Arlington? Storm Could Bring 'Limbs and Trees Down']

In addition to signing up for the Patch breaking news and daily email newsletters, which you can do here, here are some of the blogs, websites, and social media accounts you should follow.

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As a preparation step, download a Twitter and Facebook app to your mobile devices and follow these accounts. 

Arlington County Social Media

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Weather Resources

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