Other Preparedness Info

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The Westchester County Office of Emergency Management, within the Department of Emergency Services, coordinates efforts to prepare for and respond to all kinds of emergencies. These include weather-related events, health emergencies and potential terrorism.

How and when to use 9-1-1

Do's and Don'ts on the proper use of the emergency 9-1-1 system.

9-1-1 Information

Westchester County’s 9-1-1 system lets emergency dispatchers quickly identify the origin of a call to dispatch help.

Special Needs Registry

Consider registering with the Special Needs Registry if you might require assistance leaving your home during an emergency. The registry is for individuals with physical or mental disabilities who live on their own.

Homeland Security

Law enforcement officers throughout Westchester County are the first line of defense against terrorism. They need everyone's assistance in detecting and preventing future terrorist attacks. If you see something suspicious, let them know.

Emergency Preparedness

Information from the Department of Health dealing with emergency preparedness.

Hospital Listings

A listing of phone numbers and links to local hospitals in order to keep your family safe.

2-1-1 Information

2-1-1 serves as a confidential, comprehensive and primary entry point into community service information, referral and assistance.

If you would like to be notified in the event of an emergency, please give us your phone number (cell or land-line) and/or your email.

Indian Point Emergency Planning

This Emergency Planning for Indian Point information was created in response to the heightened level of alert created by the September 11 attacks and the concern over the nuclear power plants in Westchester.

Indian Point Quick Guide

For a quick look at Indian Point emergency information, go to this publication. Requires Acrobat Reader.

The Bird Flu and You

This brochure offers valuable facts about the bird flu.

Westchester TV Library of Publications Fire Safety Special Needs Registry
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