The Pequannock Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is a department that works in collaboration with various federal, state, county, and local agencies to plan, coordinate, and direct operations during large-scale civil emergencies in Pompton Plains, NJ. Their primary focus is on events that are likely to affect the township, such as storm damage, flooding, hazardous material incidents, and potential terrorist attacks.
With a staff consisting of one part-time Coordinator and four part-time Deputy Coordinators, the Pequannock OEM is responsible for maintaining an Emergency Operations Plan that is certified by the New Jersey Department of Homeland Security, enabling the township to apply for certain federal and state grants. Additionally, they provide assistance, advice, and guidance to community leaders in proactive initiatives for emergency preparedness and response.
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