EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
106 Tenth St. - Unit 36
Watkins Glen, NY 14891
(607) 535-8200 Phone
(607) 535-8201 Fax
Office Email
| William Kennedy - Coordinator - email |
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| Brian Gardner - Deputy Coordinator |
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| Vickie Perazzini - Secretary |
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Schuyler
County Emergency Management Mission Statement
The mission of the Emergency Management Office
is to oversee, assist, and coordinate the fire service, emergency
medical service, hazardous materials response, and 911 service
through out Schuyler County. Coordinate disaster preparedness
activities and disaster response in Schuyler County. To reduce
the harmful effects that natural and manmade disasters have
on citizens, businesses, and governments of Schuyler County.
The mission is accomplished through -
* Administration and presentation of fire and
EMS training programs to countywide emergency services personnel.
* Comprehensive all hazards pre-disaster planning.
* Pre-disaster mitigation planning.
* Provide pre-disaster and disaster recovery
information and assistance to the general public.
For more information on fire prevention please contact your local Fire Department or Schuyler County Emergency Management office, www.schuylercounty.us
When You Need to Know…
NY-Alert
Schuyler County is urging all residents to subscribe to NY-ALERT, New York State’s All Hazards Alert and Notification System. It’s free!
Get the emergency information that you need: severe weather warnings; road closings, and other local emergencies.
And you choose how to get the message: land or cell phone, text or email message, on the web, Really Simple Syndicate (RSS) feeds, and more.
For more information, and to subscribe, visit:
www.nyalert.gov
Be Prepared. Be Informed.
If you do not have access to the worldwide web, call: 1-888-697-6972
Home Fires…Two Ways Out
If your house were on fire, what would you do? A fire in your house or apartment is a potential reality! Develop a home fire escape plan now. Share it with your family members. Have two ways out of every room in your home. For assistance in developing a home fire escape plan, contact any member of your local fire department. For more fire escape plan information, visit our website at: www.schuylercounty.us Emergency services/911 link
Schuyler County Fire Departments will be conducting an EDITH (exit drill in the home) drill on October 1st at 7pm all of the Schuyler County Fire stations sirens will be sounded. When you hear the siren practice your EDITH drill. If you live were you are unable to hear the siren, start your drill at 7pm.
Proper Use of Wood Stoves
Wood stoves and fireplaces are beautiful during the holidays if used properly. Install and use wood-burning appliances safely. Obtain a permit before installation of your wood stove by a professional. Once completed, have the installation inspected by the local Code Enforcement Officer. Keep a metal screen around your wood stove or fireplace. Never use flammable liquids to start or freshen a fire in your stove or fireplace. Make sure you dispose of ashes only in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid.
Think Fire Safety
For more information on Fire Safety contact your local Fire Department or the Schuyler County Emergency Management Office at 535-8200.
