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The Douglas County Office of Emergency Management is the main hub for the coordination of disaster management and training; homeland security; emergency preparedness and education; multi-agency cooperation; and emergency medical and trauma system coordination within the County.
The County works in cooperation with other agencies including the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Tri-County Health, Public Works, and various municipal and district Fire/Rescue and Police Departments.
What's New
Douglas County Offers Citizens a CERT course »
Douglas County Emergency Management offers a preparedness course for citizens on how to "Be Ready" for natural and manmade disasters. Click on URL for upcoming classes and information through the North Central Region.
2007 Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Guide »
The Emergency Preparedness and Prevention Guide is an important tool in preparing yourself and your family for a variety of emergencies. The Guide touches on topics such as: emergency alerts and warnings; West Nile Virus, Pandemic and Avian influenzas; severe weather readiness; wildland fires; home safety; family emergency information and emergency kits; terrorism; disasters and your business; Homeland Security Advisory System recommendations; school safety; senior safety; special needs; enjoying the outdoors safely; living with wildlife and wildlife diseases; helpful phone numbers; and more.
Preparing Your Pets for Emergencies »
Colorado Severe Weather
Are you prepared for Colorado's Weather? Click on "Colorado Severe Weather" to to see what you can do to get the facts.
Special Needs Registration available »
The Douglas County Emergency Management Special Needs Registry is a database containing information about individuals in Douglas County with special needs who may require assistance in the event of a disaster. The information may also be used to assist emergency personnel and volunteers in providing assistance. Participation in the Special Needs Registry is voluntary.
Pandemic Flu Facts »
An influenza pandemic is a global outbreak of disease that occurs when a new influenza A virus appears or “emerges” in the human population, causes serious illness, and then spreads easily from person to person worldwide.
Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge Requirements
Additional Resources
Flood Brochure [897KB]
If it becomes necessary to issue an evacuation as the result of flash flooding, the Emergency Preparedness Network will be activated and you may be notifed of the evacuation over the phone.CERT []
Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). More information to prepare for the aftermath of a disaster.
