E56: Preparedness is Key: Lessons from Jefferson County's Emergency Management

29/07/2024 26 min
E56: Preparedness is Key: Lessons from Jefferson County's Emergency Management

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Episode Synopsis

This episode features an interview with Robert Grimm, Emergency Management Coordinator for Jefferson County, Texas. Robert discusses his role in preparing for and responding to various emergencies, with a focus on hurricane preparedness. He explains the steps taken by the county when a hurricane is approaching, including evacuation procedures, resource staging, and damage assessment. He also touches on other emergency scenarios like industrial incidents and mass casualty events. The conversation covers topics such as the Southeast Texas Alerting Network (STAN), the importance of having an emergency plan, and recent hurricane activity in the area.  For more information about Jefferson County Emergency Management visit https://co.jefferson.tx.us/em.htm

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