Commonwealth’s new hazard mitigation plan emphasizes expanding equity Emma Thomas May 30, 2023 1 minute read A new plan aimed at bolstering Virginia’s resilience in the face of disasters takes a stab at enhancing equity at the same time. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports on the Commonwealth’s freshly approved hazard mitigation plan: Share: Post navigation Previous: Men’s Health Day in NW Roanoke this SaturdayNext: United Way food and supply drive ahead of Days of Action Related Stories Update on Melrose Plaza from Goodwill Industries of the Valleys Gene Marrano April 8, 2026 Film focusing on the Black and Jewish alliance is a conversation starter Denise Membreno April 8, 2026 Walk & Roll safety event is about showing kids how to be safe when walking or biking along busy roadways Gene Marrano April 8, 2026