Federal, State, and Local Resources

Emergency planning takes place at the federal, state, and local levels. The local emergency preparedness plan is your most important resource: people with disabilities must be aware of what community resources exist to help them, should disaster strike. Most communities now have disaster preparedness plans in place, and it's important for you to know how to quickly and reliably communicate with your local first responders. Check here for more information about resources for federal emergency preparedness, and their state and local counterparts.

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Emergency Management Offices: State Listing

A complete listing of address and phone numbers for state emergency management offices.

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