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Approval of 2024 Durham County Emergency Operations Plan
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Date of BOCC Meeting: August 12, 2024
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to approve the 2024 Durham County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) to replace the 2014 version.
The Durham City/County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) establishes a comprehensive framework of policy and guidance for emergency and disaster response operations. This plan details capabilities, authorities, and responsibilities for specific individuals, offices, divisions, departments, agencies, and organizations within the City of Durham and Durham County. The City of Durham and Durham County understand that, in an emergency or disaster, a broad range of individuals, agencies, organizations, and other engaged whole-community stakeholders will provide the most effective response for all who live, work, and travel in the City and County.
The Durham City/County EOP is based upon the National Response Framework (NRF, 2019 Edition). The NRF establishes vertical integration and effective coordination across local, State, and Federal resources, as well as private-sector capabilities, as necessary, to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of those persons affected during emergency or disaster situations. Durham City/County also utilizes the NRF's Emergency Support Function (ESF) structure for the purpose of organization and coordination of the area's many departments and community organizations necessary for response to emergencies/disasters. The Durham City/County EOP establishes responsibilities for both City of Durham and Durham County departments; addresses the role of the private-sector, volunteer, and nonprofit organizations; and engages other whole-community stakeholders for emergency preparedness actions.
The 2024 revision is very similar in content and requirements to the approved 2014 plan. The most significant change includes the addition of ESFs to align with best practices. T...
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