Emergency Preparedness

Every person who lives or works in the Violet Township area shares responsibility for minimizing the impact of the disaster on our community.

Disasters such as tornados, floods, storms, fire, winds, snow, ice, chemical releases, and yes, even earthquakes can strike at any time, most times without warning. All disasters have the potential to cause disruption, damage property, and take lives. Knowing what to do and being prepared can help you and your loved ones keep safe and get through a disaster.

Many disasters will affect essential services and possibly disrupt your ability to travel or communicate with each other. You may be forced to evacuate your neighborhood or be confined to your home. Emergency services will be on the scene after a disaster, but in the immediate aftermath of an event, they will not be able to get help to everyone as quickly as needed.

This is when you are likely to be most vulnerable. This is why it's important to plan to look after yourself and your loved ones for at least three days or more in the event of a disaster. Planning ahead for the challenges you are likely to face in various scenarios, and taking action to be prepared, can help reduce the impact of the disaster event and help you get through.

• Fairfield County Alerts
  Sign up for emergency alerts in Fairfield County at https://www.fairfieldema.com/alerts/
• Make a Go-Kit
  Resources to help create a go-kit for your home, car, or work - https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20210318/how-build-kit-emergencies
• Volunteer
  There are many ways to be involved within the community. Find volunteer opportunities. Don't forget the Red Cross can always use dedicated volunteers- https://www.redcross.org/local/ohio/central-and-southern-ohio.html
• Make a Plan
  Links to help you make a plan, assemble your go-kit, and learn about emergency preparedness - Ready.gov is a fantastic list of resources for emergency preparedness in any situation
• Shelters
  Find out more information about going to a shelter during an emergency or sheltering-in-place at ready.gov  The Red Cross is the local shelter provider.  - https://www.redcross.org/local/ohio/central-and-southern-ohio.html
• Mercury Spills
  Although you may have played with spilled mercury as a kid, the first rule on mercury spills is Do Not Handle It at All. 
• Outdoor Warning System
  The sirens are tested every Wednesday at noon. If you do not hear a siren that you normally hear during these tests, please let us know as your feedback will help us ensure the system is operating properly. Call the EMA office at 740-654-4357 or send an email to Siren. Become party of the Siren Spotter Team to help report any issues with your area siren at https://www.fairfieldema.com/sirens/