The Caldwell County Emergency Operations Plan was developed to address multiple hazards, which threaten a jurisdiction. Through use of a functional format, the plan encourages an Integrated Emergency Management System (IEMS) approach to disasters; and fosters prompt, efficient and coordinated response operations by elements of the emergency organization. IEMS requires a system-wide integration of skills, people and resources. IEMS recognizes that plans developed for one type of emergency are extremely useful for other emergency situations and a significant amount of emergency operations capability can be established by addressing broadly applicable functions.
 

 The basic plan serves as a summary document and outlines specific responsibilities of county agencies. The annexes define how each function works when in emergency situations. Defining the roles of each response agency reduces the confusion, chaos and conflict during emergency; and significantly decreases vulnerability of the public and their property to hazardous threats

 

This plan meets the requirements of North Carolina planning guidance and the legal responsibilities identified in North Carolina General Statutes, Chapter 166-A. It provides all the necessary elements to ensure that local government can fulfill its legal responsibilities for emergency preparedness

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