Severe Weather Preparedness
Introduction to Emergency Management
Overview and Importance of Preparedness Emergency management is a critical aspect of municipal governance, ensuring that communities are prepared for, can respond to, and recover from severe weather events effectively. This toolkit provides a strategic approach to managing various types of severe weather events, from thunderstorms and tornadoes to floods and ice storms. Municipal leaders are tasked with the responsibility to safeguard public safety, minimize property damage, and ensure quick recovery, making the understanding and implementation of effective emergency management practices essential.
Why Emergency Management? Effective emergency management saves lives, protects property, and preserves the economic and structural stability of communities. It involves a holistic, comprehensive, proactive, and coordinated approach to mitigate risk, respond effectively, and ensure swift recovery. Municipal leaders must be proactive in developing and refining emergency plans that are adaptable and comprehensive, covering all phases of emergency management—mitigation, preparation, response, and recovery.
Four Stages of Emergency Management & Toolkit Structure:
Download the Municipal Severe Weather Toolkit
Be prepared for severe weather with OMAG’s Municipal Severe Weather Toolkit, a comprehensive guide to emergency management for Oklahoma municipalities. This resource provides strategies, best practices, and legal guidance to help local governments mitigate risks, prepare for emergencies, respond effectively, and recover efficiently.
Inside the toolkit, you’ll find step-by-step guidance on emergency planning, legal considerations for emergency declarations, risk mitigation strategies, and disaster preparedness planning. It also includes a structured post-storm recovery framework to help municipalities rebuild quickly and effectively. The document outlines the claims process, ensuring that communities can navigate insurance and financial considerations for disaster recovery. Additionally, it provides access to state and federal resources to support municipalities in disaster relief efforts.
Ensure your city is equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to handle severe weather.