Provides emergency management services for areas where the city or state has made a public disaster declaration. Services provided depend on the situation. Coordinates training and drill exercises for various response agencies. Maintains the mass notification system (WENS) and outdoor warning sirens. Provides information concerning weather forecasts, watches and warnings by scanner and Facebook page.

Provides assessment of risk and needs for the health and safety of Richland County residents in time of natural or manmade disasters.

The Knox Public Health works with local agencies to develop a plan that will allow us to be prepared for any emergency or threat to our community. The Knox County plan addresses a variety of health threats and the procedures necessary to maintain efficient public health services for our citizens including: Reporting infectious diseases and other public health emergencies, Developed plans for mass immunization or antibiotic distribution in order to ensure the safety of the residents, Coordinated smallpox vaccination to smallpox response teams made up of public health and healthcare personnel. Trained staff on crucial topics including, computer technology, Incident Command System, Epidemiology, and Weapons of Mass Destruction, Exercised emergency plans with local and regional partners.

Provides coordination of an integrated emergency management system with local officials, emergency response organizations, support services, and volunteers. In the aftermath of disasters the county EMA supports local response efforts and coordinates disaster recovery operations from the county Emergency Operations Center. Also coordinates and supports efforts to train and exercise with local officials, emergency responders, community service organizations, business and industry executives and citizens.

The Emergency Preparedness unit is responsible for the Mercer County Health District's emergency preparedness activities, and coordinates with local and state agencies, including the Medical Reserve Corps, in the planning and response to emergencies. Visit https://mchdohio.org/community-services/emergency-preparedness/ for information on emergency preparedness for a variety of situations, and a list of recommended items for a Basic Emergency Supply Kit, and a list of Emergency Supply Kit items to consider.

Coordinates planning, response, recovery, and mitigation related to any disaster occurring in Allen County. Maintains the county's haz-mat and decontamination team as well as the county's Emergency Operation Center (EOC), urban search and rescue team, and regional bomb squad. Establishes and updates the county's Emergency Operations Plan and coordinates training exercises for various response agencies.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

Has primary responsibility for the coordination of emergency management activities including planning, preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. Serves as the central point of contact for receiving reports of local incidents and for disseminating emergency-related information.

The Licking County Health Department works closely with other agencies to prepare for, and respond to emergencies that threaten the public's health. LCHD staff participate in state and local emergency planning committees including: Licking County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), Central Ohio Regional Public Health Planning Committee, Medical Reserve Corps and the Central Ohio Regional Medial Response System. We also test our emergency response plans annually. We have participated in Local, Multi-County, and Regional exercises covering chemical attacks, bio-terrorism, and disease outbreaks.

Provides specialized services to the community during and after disasters (floods, blizzards, earthquakes, tornados) and accidents (fires, chemical spills, broken water or sewer structures). Services include providing information and technical assistance related to water disinfection, contaminated food product, clean-up, temporary handling of human waste and garbage, insect and rodent control, assistance with sources of medical supplies and determining need for inoculations, etc. Provides training on these subjects to municipalities or community groups within the county. Participates in disaster preparedness exercises and simulated emergencies to evaluate local emergency response. Recruits and trains volunteers to assist during a public health emergency.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

This agency provides coordination of emergency response, homeland security, crisis response team, citizen corp, medical reserve corp and (CERT) Community Emergency Response Team.

The Public Health Preparedness (PHEP) Program coordinates local and regional emergency response planning for disasters, working directly with elected officials, fire/EMS, law enforcement, hospitals, EMA, media, businesses, faith-based groups, social services, housing/sheltering, mental/behavioral health, and non-governmental and volunteer agencies.

Works with state and local officials to determine the scope of disasters and estimate needs. Makes disaster aid available to state and local governments, organizations and individuals. The types of aid offered depends on the disaster. Seeks to prevent damages from disasters. Manages the National Flood Insurance Program.

Coordination of emergency services.

The primary mission of the Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is to save lives and protect property in the event of a man-made or natural disaster. The secondary mission of the EMA is to restore public services and to expedite the recovery and rehabilitation of individuals in the event of large-scale disasters. These objectives are met by conducting coordinated operations throughout the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery.

Provides emergency management services and assists agencies with disaster resources.

Division of Public Health Preparedness, Health Education, Health Promotion, Epidemiology, Indoor Air Quality, Public Information and Ashland County Medical Reserve Corps (ACCMRC) Unit #1181 is to improve the quality of life for all individuals in Ashland County by visiting with individuals and groups, and using print, audio, and audio-visual technology to tell residents about the services the ACHD provides; communicate the latest health education information; enable the ACHD to maintain services during a disaster; and respond to indoor air quality questions and complaints.

Develop plans to address public health emergencies (such as a biological attack or a flu pandemic). Provides for interaction of Public Health with other public safety organizations to ensure a cooperative response to emergencies that threaten the safety of health of residents.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

Conducts multi-hazard planning for the communities that will enable them to mitigate, prepare for, respond to or recover from natural disasters, public health crises, terrorist incidents or other emergencies that occur within or have an impact on their area. Also addresses citizen awareness and self-sufficiency, responder capabilities, interagency cooperation in emergency operations and the roles, responsibilities and activities of public and private organizations and their staffs in all phases of the disaster.

Provides emergency management services for areas where the city or state has made a public declaration. Services provided depend on the situation. Coordinates training and drill exercises for various response agencies. Provides information concerning weather forecasts, watches, and warnings by scanner and facebook page.