The Emergency Preparedness Program works cooperatively with multiple agencies in Queen Anne's County, surrounding counties, and statewide to prepare for disasters both natural and man-made. Preparations include written plans, training exercises, and education. Knowing what to do in an emergency situation, who to call, or how you can help is the backbone of this program. For more information call 410-758-0720. 

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General Information:

Citizens

• Be Informed, Make a Plan, Build a Kit, Get Involved
• Tips to Help Prepare for Natural Disasters (PDF)
• Coping With Traumatic Events
• Prepare Your Kids

Businesses

• Prepare Your Workplace
• Preparedness Planning for Your Business

Child Care Facilities and Schools

• Carin​g for Children in a Disaster
• Emergency Planning for Schools

Pet Care

• Pet Disaster Preparedness
• Pets and Animals

Vulnerable Population

• Seniors
• People With Disabilities​
  

Enroll with EVERBRIDGE

• Citizen Alert Notification

Enroll with Maryland Responds

• Become a Maryland Responds Volunteer

Other Important Emergency Preparedness Resources

• American Red Cross
  
• Maryland Department of Health - Infectious Disease
• Maryland Department of Health - Environmental Health
• Maryland Department of the Environment
• Maryland Department of Emergency Management (MDEM)​
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• U.S. Department of Homeland Security

 These apps are great resources for disaster preparedness and weather monitoring from trusted organizations!

FEMA App Alerts from the National Weather Service, locate open shelters, and get tips to survive natural disasters.

The Weather Channel App A good source for all things weather related

Emergency App by the Red Cross Choose the alerts that are important to your location. Monitor more than 35 types of severe weather. The Red Cross also has a Hurricane App with NOAA alerts and provides a way to connect with family and friends to let them know you are OK. This app also has a flashlight, strobe, and alarm.