EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DURING COVID-19 & BEYOND During the current outbreak of COVID-19 we are seeing the best in many people and we’re also seeing the worst in a few others. There was a certain amount of panic and disbelief as this national emergency developed. Most of us, who maintain emergency preparedness, found ourselves largely ready…

Steps to Rebuild After Disaster During the calendar year 2018, the US sustained $91 billion in damage from disasters. People may sustain significant physical and emotional stress following a disaster. During the immediate aftermath of a disaster people are often confused about what to do next. If you experience a disaster the following list provided by…

A Guide for Improving the Resiliency of Individuals and Families in Our Community This guide is designed to assist Polk County community members to prepare for disasters in Polk County, Oregon. It is provided to our community through partnership and collaboration with the Independence Police Department, Monmouth Police Department, Dallas Emergency Management, Polk County Fire…

State fire marshal announces three counties complete hazmat by rail response plans – 06/18/18  The Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal has announced that three Oregon counties, Morrow, Polk, and Umatilla, have completed local hazardous materials by rail emergency response plans These plans identify rail lines locally that transport hazardous materials, outline emergency notification and response procedures,…