Except where the context otherwise requires, the following definitions shall govern the construction of this chapter.
DISASTER. Actual or threatened enemy attack, sabotage, extraordinary fire, flood, storm, epidemic, riot, earthquake or other public calamity. It shall not include, nor does any provision of this chapter apply to, any condition relating to a labor controversy.
EMERGENCY OPERATING CENTER (EOC). The physical location designated and used to conduct centralized management of the disaster situation.
EMERGENCY SERVICES. The preparation for management of disaster relief functions, other than functions for which military forces are primarily responsible, and to prevent, minimize and repair injury and damage resulting from disasters. It shall not include, nor does any provision apply to, any condition relating to a labor controversy.
LOCAL DISASTER COUNCIL. The city officials identified in the Emergency Operations Plan who are responsible for its preparation and execution.
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS). The management process utilized by the management personnel operating in the EOC.
TULARE OPERATIONAL AREA (TOA). The unincorporated areas and the incorporated cities within the boundaries of Tulare County.
(1995 Code, § 3.20.020) (Ord. 2022-17, passed 12-20-2022; Ord. 16-12, passed 11-1-2016; Ord. 05-2001, passed 1-3-2006; Ord. 96-1793, passed - -1996)