Wellington County Emergency Management Services

An everyday life, a large-scale emergency or disaster may seem like a remote possibility, but recent events like the 2013 and 1998 ice storm, the September 11 terrorist attacks, SARS, and the 2003 blackout have all increased our awareness of potential disasters, and the need for emergency preparedness. All municipalities, large or small, are vulnerable to major community emergencies like tornadoes, floods, blizzards, and power outages.
When an emergency of this scale does occur, local municipalities are usually the first level of government to respond. But everyone has a role to play in preparing for disasters. Because local responders may be overwhelmed immediately following a large-scale disaster, we must be prepared to care for ourselves and our loved ones until other resources are available. Government can and will help those who are most in need. But a little bit of planning can go a long way.