The Johnson County Community Health Services and partner agencies, such as the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Johnson County Emergency Management, and other public health agencies, are dedicated to planning for a variety of situations. Activities such as comprehensive planning, hands-on training, and practical simulations help ensure all Johnson County public health workers are knowledgeable and prepared to face any public health emergency. These activities support overall Homeland Security initiatives, such as the Stafford Act, PREP Act, and Presidential Policy Directive 8 - National Preparedness, and help build a resilient community that recovers quickly following a disaster. 

 

Define a Public Health Emergency

A public health emergency is an event, natural or man-made, that poses a significant risk to a population's health. It can be an occurrence, or an imminent threat of a health condition or illness caused by an infectious agent or biological toxin, an epidemic or pandemic disease, or bioterrorism.

Personal and Family Preparedness

No one ever expects that a disaster will impact them. Many people underestimate the possibility of being affected by a disaster until it's too late. However, the following can help prepare for many emergencies:

• Create a Family Plan
• Create an Emergency Kit

Emergency Notification

Alerts powered by   ReGroup are the official mass notification system used by the Johnson County Emergency Management Agency to communicate with community residents before, during, and after emergencies and to communicate important community happenings. Sign up now to receive free alerts from Johnson County Emergency Management Agency via text message, email, and/or voice!