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City Websites
The Hampton Roads region is home to a collection of vibrant cities, each offering its own unique charm. No matter where you are, getting acquainted with your surroundings is essential. The local government websites for each city provide valuable information on daily essentials, including utilities, waste pickup, emergency alerts, schools, and a variety of community resources. Exploring these sites will help you navigate your new environment with ease.
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Weather & Natural Disasters
Hampton Roads enjoys a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Winters are mild with occasional frost, while summers are warm and humid. Spring and fall offer comfortable temperatures with beautiful bursts of color. Rainfall is spread evenly throughout the year.
Hurricane Season runs from June 1st through November 30th with the most active part of the season being from August to September. Please be responsible and ensure you are informed, and prepared. This includes closely monitoring weather reports when storms are forecasted for the area. Having emergency supplies and having plans in place.
Virginia Department of Emergency Management
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Military Presence
Hampton Roads boasts a massive military presence, earning it the nickname "America's Fortress." It's home to 15 military installations, including the world’s largest naval station, Naval Station Norfolk, and houses all five branches of the U.S. military. With over 80,000 active-duty personnel and numerous veterans, the military is a cornerstone of the region's economy and culture. Norfolk is also home to NATO Atlantic command headquarters and home to 32 countries.
Visit the Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fleet & Family Readiness
or select and explore your Mid-Atlantic Installations by visiting the CNRMA webpage
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Healthcare in Hampton Roads
Military Medical Treatment Facilities (MTF)
Dependents are encouraged to utilize MTF for medical care whenever possible as services will be covered under TRICARE, streamlining the process and eliminating the need to file a claim.
Locations include Naval Medical Centre Portsmouth (NMCP) and the following 7 Branch Health Clinics, and 3 TRICARE Prime Clinics distributed throughout the Hampton Roads area:
- Northwest Branch Health Clinic
- Norfolk Naval Shipyard Branch Clinic
- Naval Weapons Station Yorktown Branch Health Clinic
- Boone Branch Clinic
- Oceana Branch Health Clinic
- NAVSTA Norfolk Branch Health Clinic
- Dam Neck Annex
- Chesapeake TRICARE Prime Clinic
- Virginia Beach TRICARE Prime Clinic
- Suffolk TRICARE Prime Clinic
- NMCP is the only MTF equipped to handle EMERGENCIES
All MTF appointments can be made by calling 866-645-4584
Note: ALWAYS have your CAC for proof of TRICARE coverage. It's also important to confirm base access for members and dependants prior to making an appointment. Non-NATO members may also need to request access to NMCP. Active-duty members have MTF priority, followed by their family members.
After Hours Care (civilian walk-in clinics)
Dependents are covered under TRICARE Select, and the Hampton Roads area offers a variety of private hospitals, outpatient treatment centers, medical practices, and specialty clinics to meet your needs. For more information about your options, visit the Humana Military website for TRICARE East or call 1-800-444-5445.
Dependants can also reliably access Patient First: Urgent Care for walk-in clinic care. Click this link for your closest location Urgent Care Locations - Patient First.
Dental
Use the Canada Life Portal for Dependants' OUTCAN dental claims. Here you'll be able to access the Canadian Forces Dependants Dental Care Plan form labelled "Standard Dental Claim Form" that is used for coverage. This form needs to be printed, completed and brought with you to the dentist to obtain compensation for your dental appointments.
Many Canadian OUTCAN families have successfully accessed care and direct billing at Dental Designs by Drs. Newman, Tam, & Associates in Virginia Beach.
