Emergency Management


The Baker County Emergency Management and Homeland Security is charged with the responsibility to plan and prepare for the safety of Baker County residents in times of emergency.

Emergency Management is an ongoing process, and our organization works closely with a variety of state, local, and non-governmental agencies to prepare for a coordinated defense against potential emergencies.

No matter what the emergency is, Emergency Management and Homeland Security plans ahead and addresses the four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.

-Mitigation is achieved through development of an Emergency Operations Plan and Emergency Operations Center. The goal is to provide adequate communication capabilities, and to keep an Emergency Operations Center operational on a daily basis to manage emergencies.

-Preparedness is achieved through the training of officials in the Emergency Operations Center. Having adequate food, water, and trained personnel ready for any incident is critical, as well as maintaining constant testing and repair of equipment.

-Response is regarded as efficient management and coordination of all organizations through the Emergency Operations Center.

-Recovery is the release of unnecessary emergency personnel and deactivation of the Emergency Operations Center. A post-disaster critique of the operations of the Center is thoroughly performed.

Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan(Updated Approved)


Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669

*Public Information Officer/Joint Information Center 541-523-0014
*Call Center 541-523-0015
* PIO/JIC and Call Center are only active during EOC. Messages will not be checked outside of these times.

Emergency: 911


Preparedness

Baker County Emergency Management works with other organizations to provide support to the residents of Baker County in case of an emergency. It is important that the citizens of Baker County do their part to ensure the safety of their families in a time of emergency. You should prepare for any emergency so that you and your family can have what you need until help comes.

Some important things to do to prepare for an emergency are:

-Develop a family contact plan, of what to do, where to go, and who to call in case an emergency happens during the day when people are at school and work.

-Keep updated emergency kits for your entire family.

-Prepare an evacuation plan.

-Have an emergency contact out of the area that everyone can call in case of separation.

-If you own a business in Baker County, develop an emergency for your employees and ensure that they are trained on how to handle different emergencies safely.

Visit our related links to learn other ways to prepare for an emergency.






Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


Emergency Kits

Baker County Emergency Management encourages all Baker County residents to prepare for emergencies as individuals and families. By planning for your family's safety you can prepare beforehand for any incident.

On this page you can find recommendations for emergency kits. Baker County has a diverse population, so the recommendations are very general. Please change and adapt your emergency kits to your specific needs and situations.

Household Emergency Kits

Every household in Baker County should prepare a household emergency kit. You can change and adapt your emergency kit to fit your families needs. Make sure that you store your emergency kit in a place that would be easily accessible in an emergency, and a place that would be protected. It is reccommended that you have enough in your household kit to support your entire household for at least 3 days.

To get a list of items to prepare your own household emergency kit click here.

Go Bags

If you and your loved ones are in a situation that calls for evacuation, it may be neccessary for you to have portable emergency kits. Each member of your family should have his or her own Go Bag that is easy to carry and sturdy. Store the kits in an accessible location in your car or home, and update them every 6 months.

To get a list of items to prepare your own Go Bag click here.




Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


Emergencies

The following information is provided to help Baker County residents prepare for, and be able to respond to emergencies in our area.

Disease Outbreak
    -Don't panic. Listen to radio and television reports to learn what actions have been recommended.
    -Stay home until directed to do otherwise by officials.
    -If you need immediate medical attention for a life threatening emergency, call 911.

Earthquakes
    -Stay where you are, if you're indoors, stay inside. If you're outside, stay outside.
    -If you're indoors, stand against a wall near the center of the building, stand in a doorway, or crawl under heavy furniture. Stay away from windows and outside doors.
    -If you are outdoors, stay in the open away from power lines or anything that might fall.
    -Don't use open flame, since there may be broken gas lines.
    -If you are in a car, stop the car and stay in it until the earthquake stops.
    -Expect aftershocks, stay away from damaged buildings.

Evacuations
    -Plan several different places you could go and find out where designated shelters are in your area.
    -Know the evacuation plans for important locations (work, school, etc.).
    -Hotels and motels fill up fast during evacuations. Call and make sure there is room before driving there.
    -Wear sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing.
    -Take your go bag emergency kit .
    -Lock your house.
    -Leave a note telling people when you left and where you are going.
    -Use authorized routes.
    -When you are safe, call your out-of-area contact and let him or her know where you are.

Extreme Heat
    -Stay out of the sun. If you must be in the sun, wear sunscreen.
    -Avoid overexertion and strenuous outdoor activities.
    -Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothes that cover as much skin as possible.
    -Consume plenty of non-alcoholic, non-caffinated fluids. Water, diluted juices and electrolyte solutions are best. Stay away from carbonated drinks.
    -Stay in the shade as much as possible.
    -Keep rooms well ventilated with air conditioners and fans. Keep windows open if necessary.
    -Never leave children, the elderly, or those who require special care in the heat.


Extreme Cold

  • Wear several layers of loose fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing.
  • Wear water-repellant clothing.
  • Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs.
  • Wear a hat.
  • Make sure small children, the elderly, and those who require special care stay warm.
  • Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages.
  • Use proper heating methods safetly to prevent fires.

Fires

  • If your home is on fire, get everyone out of the house, and call 911.
  • For more information on fire safety.

Floods

  • Seek higher ground.
  • Be aware of flash flood areas such as canals, and streams.

Power Outage
  • Keep a flashlight and other emergency supplies handy in case of power outages.
  • Check the fuse box to see if there is a blown fuse or a tripped circuit breaker.
  • If you rely on electrical medical equipment, such as ventilators and oxygen compressors, plan ahead by talking to your medical supply company about getting batteries or a generator as a back up source.

Thunderstorms
  • Avoid handling metal, electrical equipment, telephones, bathtubs, water faucets and sinks, because electric currents from lightening can travel through wires and pipes.
  • Avoid taking shelter under trees.
  • Unplug computers and other electrical equipment.

Winter Storms

  • Make sure your emergency kit is stocked for winter conditions.
  • Buy rock salt to melt ice on walkways and sand to improve traction.
  • Make sure you have sufficient heating fuel.
  • Keep emergency heating equipment and fuel so you can keep at least one room of your house warm.
  • Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make sure your family knows how to use them.
  • Do not overexert yourself or work outside for extended periods of time.


Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


Fire Safety

The following information is provided to help Baker County residents prevent serious and potentially deadly fires.

In Oregon, most fires occur in residential settings, as do most fire-related deaths and injuries. In 2003 there were 3,808 house fires in Oregon, causing $68 million dollars of damage, injuring 159 people, and killing 21.

The best way to protect yourself from a house fire is to be actively involved in preparing for you and your families safety.

Here are some tips to prepare for and prevent a fire in your home:

    -Put a smoke detector in every sleeping area and every floor of your house.

    -Check the batteries of your smoke detector at least twice a year.

    -Teach children what to do in response to a fire. Have an exit plan and a meeting spot for after your family is out of the house.

    -Keep your house and yard free of combustable clutter.

    -Keep flammable items away from heat sources.

    -Have your address clearly marked and visible at night so emergency services can easily locate you.






Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


Baker County Community Wildfire Protection Plan

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Gary Timm
gtimm@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County Emergency Management Fire Division
Phone: (541) 523-9669 Ext 2


Baker County Emergency Operations Plan

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Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercounty.org
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


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Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

Introduction

Risk Assessment

Mitigation Strategy

Implementation






Jason Yencopal
jyencopal@bakercountyor.gov
Baker County
2200 4th St
Phone: (541) 523-9669
Emergency: 911


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Ops Center

OpsCenter

Emergency Alerts

Emergency Alerts