❗️Reminder❗️ 🚧Most roads around the National Mall will remain closed through the evening hours.🚧 🚇Use Metro to get downtown!🚇

The nation's capital on the nation's birthday. 🇺🇸🎂 There's no better place to celebrate the 4th of July than right here in Washington, DC.

Fireworks are fun for humans... but can be terrifying for your furry sidekicks. Before fireworks start, make sure your pets are safe and secure. Peep our tips and save yourself (and your pet) the panic.

Your 4th of July plans begin soon.🎶 Grab your friends, hop on the Metro, and head to Pennsylvania Avenue for a free 4th of July concert featuring Jeremih, DJ Quicksilva, and more. The concert kicks off at 5PM⬇️

As you get ready for your 4th of July celebrations throughout the city, we want to remind you to travel safely. Rely on public transit and rideshare to get you and your loved ones where you need to go: 🚇Free Metro fares after 5PM 🚘Lyft promo code available after 4PM

Make the right call when reporting illegal fireworks or fireworks-related damage or injury this weekend. ➡️ To report illegal fireworks, call 311 or visit the @311DCGov Mobile app. ➡️ To report property damage or injuries from fireworks, call 911.

(7/5) A Code Red air quality alert remains in effect for DC. During a Code Red alert, the air quality is unhealthy for everyone, especially sensitive groups. Avoid strenuous activity and limit time outdoors. Check airnow.gov/dc for air quality updates.

Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 20,112 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 170 text-to-911 sessions with 86.45% of calls answered in 20 seconds or less. #WeAnswerTheCall

Prefer to chat online? 💬 You're not alone. Support is a click away. Connect with a trained, caring counselor anytime at 988lifeline.org. We're here for you 24/7.

During Pride Month, OUC hosted a donation drive in support of SMYAL. Today, members of the team visited SMYAL, where they dropped off food kits, hygiene products, clothing, and more. We are so grateful for this partnership and excited to continue this fruitful collaboration!

An extreme heat alert has been issued for today (7/08). Temps are expected to have a high near 96 degrees and a heat index as high as 106. Drink water, find shade, & check on your friends. Learn more about cooling centers and resources 🔗 heat.dc.gov #ReadyDC

Washington, DC is PulsePoint connected! 1️⃣ Learn CPR 2️⃣ Download the PulsePoint Mobile App 3️⃣ Be a Life Saver

Here’s what to remember: 👀 WATCH = Be aware. Weather conditions could change quickly. ⚠️WARNING= Take action. Get to safety now. Make a plan with your family. Sign up for AlertDC. 🔗 alert.dc.gov #ReadyDC

During a blue-sky day, get prepared for a grey-sky day. Keep drains clear to prevent excessive flooding during severe thunderstorms. Visit 🔗s.dc.gov/readydc-storm to learn more severe weather tips! #ReadyDC

Being a Firefighter/Paramedic in your nation’s capital is a unique and rewarding career. Join us. For more information and to apply, visit bit.ly/dcfireemsffp725 or joindcsbravest.dc.gov.

⚠️ Heat Alert (7/12) Temps are expected to be over 99 degrees heat index. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity, wear light clothes & check on elderly/kids. Visit Heat.dc.gov to find the nearest cooling center near you. For more updates follow AlertDC. #ReadyDC

⚠️ Heat Alert (7/14) Temps are expected to be over 96 degrees heat index. Stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity, wear light clothes & check on elderly/kids. Visit Heat.dc.gov to find the nearest cooling center near you. For more updates follow AlertDC. #ReadyDC

Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 18,954 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 200 text-to-911 sessions with 95.27% of calls answered in 20 seconds or less. #WeAnswerTheCall

If you're going through a tough time and need someone to talk to, we're here for you 24/7. 💜 Text or call 988 or chat online with a trained, compassionate counselor. Visit 988lifeline.org for more resources.

⚠️There is a threat for flash flooding in the DC area. Rainfall rates could approach 2-3" per hour. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you down—and 12 inches can carry away a car. Never drive through flooded roads. Turn around, don’t drown. #ReadyDC