Cleburne County has a unique structure in that both the Emergency Management Agency and Emergency Communications District (E911) are combined as one department.
Cleburne County Emergency Communications District (E911)’s mission is to take the appropriate steps to help save and sustain lives by linking the citizens of our community with our public safety agencies with efficient, reliable and professional public safety communications services.
Cleburne County Emergency Management’s mission is to reduce the loss of life and property through an all-hazards emergency management program of mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. This agency will provide leadership and support to reduce vulnerability to hazards and enable the community to cope with significant emergencies and disasters.
Though our mission is two fold, our vision is the same.
To serve both the citizens and emergency responders of Cleburne County with professionalism and compassion by focusing on preservation of life and property. This is accomplished when we notify, mobilize, direct, coordinate, and determine the utilization of resources needed in a timely and accurate manner.
Cleburne EMA’s ultimate goal is to keep residents informed, safe, and when necessary communicate critical and actionable information before, during and after an emergency crisis.
Providing ongoing pertinent communications including severe weather, missing or dangerous persons, road hazards and other public safety and community information is key in establishing an ongoing digital dialogue to keep our resident’s safe and informed.
Using the link below, please input your personal information and choose what notifications you would like to receive. You will automatically be included in all Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings that are issued in your area.
Create An Emergency Preparedness Plan for Your Family
Disasters can strike with little or no warning. Your best defense is preparedness – before, during and after an emergency. Local, state and federal agencies are ready to assist; however, based on the size of the disaster and the number of people who need help, it may take time for responders to assist you. You should be prepared to take care of you and your family for at least three days after a disaster. Take these important steps to develop your family’s plan.
Make A Disaster Supply Kit
Have enough basic supplies on hand for several days. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. You should have a flashlight and portable radio with extra batteries. Review the recommended supply list in the Guide.
Make A Plan
Know the risks that could affect your community and how to respond. Practice and maintain your plan with your family members.
Be Informed
Pay attention to local news and weather forecasts. Be prepared to take protective actions if your community is affected by severe weather, man-made disasters or other hazards.
For more information about emergency preparedness, visit Ready.gov.
Planning for Special Needs
Some people may have physical, medical or other special needs which can create unique challenges when preparing for, responding to and recovering from a disaster. When creating your emergency preparedness plan, remember to consider your abilities and special needs. Consider creating a help network of friends and family who can help you before, during and after a disaster.
Cleburne EMA has created an emergency preparedness guide to help residents with special needs with their personal preparedness planning.
Should You Register With EMA/911?
Cleburne EMA and 911 have partnered to create a list of county residents with medical, physical and other special needs. Information provided by registrants will be added to the 911 database to enhance emergency planning and response. Registering with the program is free.
After a person registers with the program, their information will be available to Cleburne 911 dispatchers. If a call is made from the telephone number provided by a registered person, their special needs information will appear on the dispatcher’s computer screen. The information may be shared with emergency workers responding to the request for help.
If your address, phone number or special needs information changes after registering, please call the 911 business office to update your record. To contact the 911 office, call 256.463.8911.
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