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Sedgwick County
Emergency
Management emphasizes planning, preparing, and coordinating local governments’
efforts in dealing with all types of emergencies and hazards, natural or
man-made, or homeland security, which might affect citizens of Sedgwick County.
This preparation is necessary to improve our community’s overall coordination
and ongoing preparedness. Emergency Management prepares for what we hope never
happens and provides structure and coordination when it does. The
Department of Homeland Security is the major grantor for Emergency Management.
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Recommendations for Individuals & Families
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Severe Weather Safety Program
Severe weather will soon be upon us. Are you prepared? Sedgwick County Emergency Management presents a program developed by the National Weather Service to help educate Sedgwick County citizens about severe weather and ways to stay safe. Click here for a list of the severe weather safety classes that are FREE of charge for Sedgwick County residents. All classes begin at 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Watch a video about severe weather and safety precautions.
Winter Weather Awareness
Winter weather is upon us and Sedgwick County Emergency Management reminds
citizens to take the appropriate precautions at home and on the road as we
prepare for holiday travel.
Roads can be especially treacherous when covered by even a thin layer of snow or
ice. Before you buckle up and hit the road this season, remember these tips:
- Check weather reports between your home and final destination
- Tell someone where you are going, what route you plan to take and when you plan to arrive
- Pack a comforter or sleeping bag – enough for everyone in the car to stay warm – and some water and high energy snacks in case you get stranded
- Check your tires for pressure and defects; don’t forget to check the spare tire too
- Get your car inspected for potential mechanical problems before a long trip
- Make sure you have a flashlight, car jack and tire iron
- Slow down on snow and ice! Give yourself extra time.
Sedgwick County also encourages citizens to check on elderly and disabled
neighbors. Individuals with adverse health conditions should not over exert
themselves with snow removal activities.
Prolonged power outages often are a reoccurring nuisance during snow and ice
storms. It is important to build an emergency kit complete with blankets,
flashlights, non-perishable food items and more to make these situations safer
and more comfortable.
For non-emergency-related questions, call 2-1-1.
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more information about winter weather awareness and preparedness.
Mitigation Plan Review
We have recently updated the Sedgwick County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, please click on the link to review the updated version.
Emergencies
When an emergency effects the Sedgwick County area such as severe weather, flooding, and other disaster, Emergency Management will have spotters and units in the field reporting the latest information and developments to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). You can monitor emergency spotter reports online. Sedgwick County Emergency Management also encourages citizens to invest in a NOAA weather alert radio and to tune into local television and radio stations for information on emergencies effecting Sedgwick County.
Hazardous Analysis Plan
The Sedgwick County Hazards Analysis Plan has recently been revised. The purpose of a hazards analysis plan is to identify the potential hazards facing a community whether they are natural, technological or national security related. The plan follows a three-step, decision-making process and is designed to consider all potential hazards within the planning district and to identify which hazards are of high priority and should be addressed in the emergency planning process.
Mission
The Sedgwick County Emergency Management Department exists to help citizens and local governments mitigate against, prepare for, respond to and recover from all types of emergencies and disasters (natural, technological, and national security).
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