Extensive planning efforts have been undertaken to ensure Rockland County’s first responders are fully prepared for future acts of terrorism or other emergencies.  Through the coordination of the Rockland County Department of Health, Law Enforcement Agencies, Hospitals and Fire and Emergency Services emergency preparedness plans are continually updated, improved and practiced to ensure the safety and well being of all residents. 

The best way for a family to be prepared for an emergency is to plan in advance. Keep enough supplies in your home to meet your needs for at least three days.  Assemble a disaster supplies kit with items you may need in an evacuation.  Store these supplies in sturdy, easy to carry containers such as backpacks, duffel bags or covered trash containers.  Plan in advance for evacuation: establish a “family contact,” determine family meeting places near and away from your home, be sure all family members know the phone number and make allowances for family pets.