Emergency Preparedness and Response

Garfield County Health Department is dedicated to protecting the health of the residents of the community.  Its critical role in disaster preparedness and response includes response planning, surveillance and early detection of communicable diseases, emergency communications, training and education. The health department actively collaborates with local, regional, state and federal agencies to prepare for and respond to incidents that could threat health. The staff is committed to providing accurate and practical information about public health emergencies. Following are sources of helpful information:

Center for Disease Control Emergency Preparedness & Response

Volunteer at Oklahoma Medical Reserve Corps

FEMA Preparedness & Response

Department of Homeland Security

Are You Ready? A Guide to Citizen Preparedness

For more information contact:
MaryJac Rauh
Local Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator
Garfield, Grant, Major, Woods, and Alfalfa Counties
Office: 580-233-0650, ext. 151
Fax: 580-249-5999