Public Health Emergency Preparedness

General Information

The  Emergency Preparedness program develops protocol, coordinates trainings and collaborates with community Regional and State stakeholders to prepare for and protect the public in a disaster or emergency situation.

Emergency Preparedness Duties

    Integrating a comprehensive local emergency preparedness plan for

       All-Hazards in collaboration with other county entities and existing
       plans in the county.

    Coordinate the allocation of medications and medical services essential     

       to the general public during a disaster or emergency event.
      
    Collaboration and communication with other key players in the community.

    Monitor the availability of resources outside the Health Department including

       hospitals, law enforcement, EMS, fire personnel and other First Responders.

    Provide guidance and education to staff, private citizens, businesses, the

       medical community and other governmental units regarding bio-terrorism.

    To investigate any threat or compliant in order to control and/or minimize

        the spread of disease related to a bio-terrorism agent.

    To identify and establish key resources in the community that may

       be supportive in the event of an emergency, ( ie. chemical, biochemical

       or a natural disaster.)

    To be prepared for a possible emergency by collaborating and communicating

        with local, regional and state stakeholders.
 

Contact Information

(989) 269-9721, ext. 184 - Connie Myers
 

Resident Participation

We encourage suggestions from Huron County residents.  If you are interested in participating on the Huron County Emergency Management Advisory Committee please contact us.  This committee addresses emergency planning at a county level.