The Greene County Office of Emergency Services is responsible for overall coordination of emergency services for Greene County. This includes coordinating local emergency planning, training, exercise activities and overseeing maintenance of the local emergency operations plan. The office is responsible for the operational response to local emergencies and natural or man-made disasters as well as overseeing the readiness of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and managing the EOC upon activation.
The Emergency Services Office maintains liaison with local public safety officials, local government, state and federal agencies, school officials, organized emergency volunteer groups such as the Red Cross, industry, and other organizations or agencies that may be involved in the four (4) phases of emergency management; preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation.
Greene County is susceptible to many natural and man-made disasters. The County is particularly vulnerable to weather related emergencies. Because of the many threats our area faces, the importance of readiness as a county and for residents cannot be overstated.
In case of an emergency, please call 911.
DONATIONS – Donations may be made payable to Greene County EMS and mailed to P.O. Box 358, Stanardsville, VA 22973.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I sign up for local emergency alerts?
Please visit the CodeRED website and sign up for local alerts via phone and text message.
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Greene County is a county in central Virginia in the eastern United States. Greene County was established in 1838. Its county seat is