(A) The most likely disaster to occur in the town with advance warning is a hurricane. Therefore, this plan is prepared to cope with hurricanes.
(B) Should a hurricane strike the county and the town, the Hurricane Readiness plan would go into effect. This plan provides guidance to government officials, emergency services, and other agencies within the county, and would include the town. It includes the makeup and operation of the Emergency Operating Center (EOC), handling the media, requesting assistance from state and federal agencies, and the like.
(C) The town’s plan is, therefore, a supplement to the county plan and deals with the responsibilities of the various departments within the town should a disaster strike. The Town Manager also serves as the Emergency Management Coordinator.
(Ord. passed - -1998)