Public Health Emergency Preparedness

After September 2001 our world changed and preparedness for bioterrorism was placed on the forefront of local, state and federal initiatives.
 

General Information

The Huron County Health Department established an Emergency Preparedness Coordinator position on October 1, 2002.  This position is currently shared by two individuals - Faith Fahrner, R.N., B.S.N. Lead EPC and Leah Braun, R.S.
 

Emergency Preparedness Duties

    Integrating a comprehensive local emergency preparedness plan for

       All-Hazards in collaboration with other county entities and existing
       plans in the county.

    Coordinate the allocation of medications and medical services essential     

       to the general public during a disaster or emergency event.
      
    Collaboration and communication with other key players in the community.

    Monitor the availability of resources outside the Health Department including

       hospitals, law enforcement, EMS, fire personnel and other First Responders.

    Provide guidance and education to staff, private citizens, businesses, the

       medical community and other governmental units regarding bioterrorism.

    To investigate any threat or compliant in order to control and/or minimize

        the spread of disease related to a bioterrorism agent.

    To identify and establish key resources in the community that may

       be supportive in the event of an emergency, ( ie.chemical, biochemical

       or a natural disaster.)

    To be prepared for a possible emergency by collaborating and communicating

        with local, regional and state stakeholders.
 

Contact Information

(989) 269-9721, ext. 132 - Faith Fahrner
(989) 269-9721, ext. 149 - Leah Braun
 

Resident Participation

We encourage suggestions from Huron County residents.  If you are interested in participating on the Huron County Emergency Management Advisory Committee please contact us.  This committee addresses emergency planning at a county level.