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Chestnuthill Township Emergency Management
Agency
Emergency
management involves planning for, and dealing with all types
of emergencies that may occur in the township and surrounding
areas. These may include natural disasters such as fires,
floods, snowstorms, hurricanes, tornados and earthquakes as
well as man-made or technological events such as hazardous
materials releases, power outages and even acts of terrorism.
It is the job
of the township’s Emergency Management Coordinator, working
cooperatively with the various emergency service agencies, to
minimize the potential loss of life and property damage
through proper planning and response to emergencies.
For this
reason, all municipalities in the Commonwealth are required to
have in place a comprehensive Emergency Operations Plan (EOP).
The Emergency Management Agencies of Chestnuthill, Ross
Township, Polk Township and Eldred Township have developed a
joint EOP for the West End of Monroe County. All four
municipalities have entered into written agreements to
provide aid to one another in times of crisis.
It
should be remembered that each citizen needs to play a role in
planning for emergencies by preparing their homes and
educating their families. Below you will find some
downloadable information pamphlets that can help you to
prepare for emergencies. Remember, planning now can save a lot
later – maybe even your life |
