Emergency Management

Traill County Emergency Management coordinates and facilitates the use of resources to minimize the impact of emergencies and disasters on people, property and the environment.

Responsibilities

The Emergency Management Department is responsible for:

• Performing the technical work in the development, including implementation and management of countywide disaster prevention, preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation.
• Administering federal, state and local grant funds that further benefit Traill County Emergency Services.
• Working with Traill County stakeholders to develop and maintain the Traill County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) which defines agency roles and responsibilities before, during and after all hazards/disasters.
• Organizing and operating the Traill County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and coordinating support from state and federal organizations during an emergency.
• Providing county-wide training and exercises to prepare for local, regional and state emergencies and disasters to include classroom-based training in the National Incident Management System (NIMS) for all personnel who may be involved in disaster response and recovery activities.
• Providing guidance to all levels of government and policy makers on the development of disaster management plans.
• Acting as the applicant agent for counties and townships for state and federal funding when funding is approved after a disaster has occurred.
• Coordinating and facilitating the use of resources in order to minimize the impact of emergencies on people, property and the environment from disasters like tornadoes, flooding, severe weather, etc.