The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is the hub of communication during a disaster. EOC Activation Levels are established to appropriately respond
to various degrees of emergencies and disasters that can affect the jurisdiction.
| LEVEL |
CONDITIONS |
ACTIONS |
STAFFING
REQUIRED |
| Normal |
Day-to-Day |
None |
None |
| Level 3 |
A situation exists which requires
close monitoring . |
- Monitor situation
- Prepare EOC for Level 2 activation
- Activate warning and notification systems
- Notify Level 2 agencies of Level 3 activation
|
HCEMA
Staff Only |
| Level 2 |
A disaster within the
capabilities of the local government. |
- Coordinate actions to minimize the loss of life
and property
- Recommend increase to Level 1 (if necessary).
- Initiate recovery process
|
Designated Emergency
Coordinators from local agencies, departments and bureaus.
|
| Level 1 |
A catastrophic event beyond the
capabilities of the local government. |
- Coordinate the response of local, state, and federal
agencies
- Inform public of current efforts, health issues,
assistance, etc.
- Continue recovery efforts
|
Liaisons from volunteer organizations,
and state and federal agencies.
|
