The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice is dedicated to maintaining the safety and well-being of the residents of the District of Columbia.

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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Fireworks Notification On Sunday, 6/14/26, as part of UFC Freedom 250, there will be short bursts of fireworks prior to each bout. At the conclusion of the event on the South Lawn and the Ellipse of the White House, there will be a 6 minute finale near the National Mall.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
It’s a perfect weekend to get out and enjoy everything the District has to offer! As you spend time outside, remember to #BeatTheHeat with a few simple steps: drink lots of water, take breaks in the shade or A/C, and dress for the warm weather. Check in on neighbors and loved ones - and remember: never leave children or pets in a parked car. Learn more about staying safe in the heat at heat.dc.gov.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
The District is under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 7:45 PM today, June 12, with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 60 MPH. Shelter indoors in a sturdy building. Avoid wooded or treed areas, where wind may cause branches to fall. Stay informed of severe weather: alert.dc.gov. #dcwx
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[AlertDC] The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the District of Columbia, which is in effect until 7:45PM. Hazard: 60 mph wind gusts. Impact: Damaging winds will cause some trees and large branches to fall. This could manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
MPD announces the establishment of a juvenile curfew zone in Navy Yard beginning Friday, June 12, at 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2026. Read more: mpdc.dc.gov/release/chief-po… Learn more about curfew enforcement here: bit.ly/3QuYetH
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Fireworks Notification On Saturday, 6/13/26, 9 pm, there will be a fireworks display (10 minutes), over the Potomac River in Alexandria, VA. This is part of the Sails on the Potomac Festival & ALX Jazz Fest. Fireworks sounds may be heard in DC. Do not be alarmed.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
We're reinstating the limited juvenile curfew in Washington, DC. Effective tonight, all youth under 18 are subject to an 11PM curfew—and designated zones will be subject to an 8PM curfew as determined by the Chief of Police. My full order:
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RT @DC_HSEMA: The District is under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 8:30 PM (June 11), with heavy rain and wind gusts up to 60 MPH. 🛑…
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
UFC Freedom 250 is happening this weekend in Downtown DC 🥊 Get free event notifications by texting “DC250” to 888-777. Learn more at: 250.dc.gov
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Our Multiagency Public Safety Task Force continues to meet residents where they are. This week, the team was on the ground in Historic Anacostia, addressing local concerns, and connecting the community with resources & support. Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
We're hosting FIFA World Cup watch parties at Franklin Park this weekend. Here's what you need to know: 1. Rely on Metro (McPherson Sq, multiple bus lines) 2. Small bags permitted 3. Free and family-friendly, with advance registration required
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
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[AlertDC] The U.S. Military will conduct multiple Aircraft Flyovers in the NCR over The White House and National Mall between June 11 and June 14. Expect low flying aircrafts, loud noises. manager.everbridge.net/pub/2…

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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Honoring excellence in service. 💙 Congratulations to the MPD members recognized at the 21st Washington DC Police Foundation Annual Awards Ceremony. Thank you to the @DCPoliceFdtn & its supporters for celebrating the commitment & dedication of those who serve the District.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
DC is under a Heat Alert today, 6/11 through Saturday, 6/13. Temperatures will feel like 95°F or hotter. You can beat the heat by: ✅Staying in air-conditioned or shaded areas. ✅Taking frequent breaks while working outside. ✅Drinking water and staying hydrated Visit heat.dc.gov for more information.
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
OVSJG is proud to offer the Private Security Camera Incentive Program. This is a great resource to businesses as a way to increase community safety! Check out the link below for more information and to sign up today! ovsjg.dc.gov/cameras #SaferStrongerDC
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: UFC Freedom 250 From 6/12-6/14 multiple street closures around DC. Plan Ahead, Ride Metro, and Sign Up for Alert DC. There will be parking restrictions & street closures that motorists should take into consideration: mpdc.dc.gov/release/traffic-…
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
Last week, our Heroes in Headsets received 17,133 calls for service for police, fire, and EMS, and handled over 95 text-to-911 sessions with 93.92% of calls answered in 20 seconds or less. #WeAnswerTheCall
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
.@NWS_BaltWash has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for DC until 8:00PM tonight, meaning thunderstorms are possible this evening. During storms, remember to: ❌ NEVER drive, walk, or bike on flooded roads ✅ Take caution while commuting ✅ Bring pets inside and secure loose outdoor objects ✅ Follow @AlertDC for updates Learn more at: ready.dc.gov #dcwx
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This week at PSJ ✅ FEMS & community partners installed a public AED near Marvin Gaye Park ✅ DM Appiah welcomed 2026 African leaders & partners summit to DC ✅ MPD’s Special Liaison Branch teamed up with senior residents from Wah Luck House for a Chinatown cleanup
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
160,000 people have been trained by @dcfireems in hands-only CPR and AED use since 2015. ‌ It's AED and CPR Awareness Week in Washington, DC—an important time to spread awareness about making every second count. ‌ More: fems.dc.gov/service/cpr-trai…
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Deputy Mayor Lindsey Appiah retweeted
MPD announces the establishment of two juvenile curfew zones beginning Friday, June 5, at 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday, June 6, 2026. Maps of the zones pictured below. Read more: mpdc.dc.gov/release/chief-po… More about curfew enforcement here: bit.ly/3QuYetH
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