MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Apache County Emergency Management, ACEM is to provide support to the first responders within Apache County in the event of a declared emergency. The ACEM coordinates these efforts and resource needs with the Arizona Division of Emergency Management. The development of an All Hazards - Emergency Operations Plan, EOP is a directive to county departments to plan for and upon order, execute emergency tasks to ensure safety and survival of population and protection of property in the event of a disaster. The purpose is to provide for improved and coordinated response to major emergency incidents. The ACEM is responsible for activating the counties emergency plan and coordinating resource needs with the Arizona Division of Emergency Management. The area is covered by an interagency Joint Information Center, JIC that is organized with Federal and Local jurisdictions to better coordinate information for any major incident. Emergency information can be obtained by dialing 593 or on the internet at; www.593info.org

1. Determine what possible threats exist in your community and discuss them with your family and co-workers.
2. Create an emergency communications plan and up date contact list. Be sure to include your out-of-town contact to check on each other if local telephones are jammed or out of service.
3. Assemble disaster supply kits in easy-to carry containers, for home, for work and your car. Include a three-day supply of water, non perishable food, a first aid kit and book, flashlights, battery-powered radio, extra batteries, fire extinguisher, tools, prescription medications, copies of important documents, duct tape, plastic sheeting and towels to seal door cracks.
4. Learn basic first aid such as CPR. The American Red Cross provides training.
5. Be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activities to local authorities.
6. Know where the emergency exits, staircases, and fire extinguishers are at home, at work or when traveling, and practice emergency evacuation procedures.
7. Check on the school and day care emergency plans for your school-age children.
8. Learn what to do if asked by officials to “Shelter in Place” (remain indoors or in your car) or to “Evacuate” (leave the hazard area.)
9. Be prepared to do without services you normally depend on such as electricity, telephone, natural gas, gasoline pumps, ATM machines, and internet transactions.
10. If there is an attack or strong warnings of an attack, remain calm and follow the advice of local emergency officials. Listen to the radio or television for news and instructions