Scotts Bluff County Emergency Management, located in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is a full-time office that provides emergency management services for Scotts Bluff County, Banner County, and the cities of Gering, Scottsbluff, and Terrytown. Their mission is to mitigate, plan, respond, and recover from emergencies and disasters by working closely with all agencies in the counties to create a coordinated effort of emergency management. They also offer public awareness programs and training for emergency workers and first responders, as well as coordinate hazardous materials storage and planning in each community.
Region 22 Emergency Management, formerly known as Scotts Bluff County Emergency Management, was formed in 1983 under the Nebraska Emergency Management Act. Over the years, they have successfully managed various emergencies and disasters, thanks to their local coordinated effort in disaster planning and exercising. As a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, Region 22 is committed to working with NOAA and other partners to strengthen national resilience against extreme weather. They also ensure compliance with the SARA TITLE III PROGRAM, which mandates each county to have a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) for planning, tracking storage facilities, and responding to incidents.
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