Emergency Management

SIGN UP FOR THE SPECIAL NEEDS REGISTRY FOR EMERGENCY EVACUATIONS

The Atlantic County Office of Emergency Prepardeness has implemented the “Special Needs Registry,”  a database of all County Residents that may need assistance during an evacuation or any type of disaster.  Residents that are in need of special services, such as those who are oxygen dependant, wheel chair bound, etc. can register on-line at www.aclink.org/oep/.  Forms are also available at the police station.

Hurricane season runs from approximately June 1 through November 20, but as demonstrated by the 2005 season (including Hurricane Katrina) this time frame can vary. For New Jersey, the peak time for hurricanes and tropical storms runs from mid-August through the end of October.

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Managment recommends the following readiness steps:

1.  "Get a Kit" of emergency supplies - the items that will help you stay self-sufficient for up to three days (72 hours), if needed.

2.  "Make a Plan" for what you and your family will do during an emergency - this includes knowing how to evacuate and how to Shelter-in-Place.

3.  "Stay Informed" of possible threats - especially during Hurricane Season. Tune into your local media outlets for the latest breaking weather news. In the event of an emergency a battery powered radio is a great tool.

Additional information on the hurricane season is available at: http://www.ready.nj.gov/plan/hurricane-before.html.