Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP)
The PHEP program is funded through an annual grant provided by the Ohio Department of Health. The PHEP program is managed by the health department’s Emergency Response Coordinator. The PHEP program enhances the health department’s ability to work with local organizations and agencies plan for and reduce bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks, and other public health threats and emergencies.
Maintaining Your Kit
After assembling your kit remember to maintain it so it’s ready when needed:
- Keep canned food in a cool, dry place
- Store boxed food in a tightly closed plastic or metal containers
- Replace expired items as needed
- Re-think your needs every year and update your kit as your family’s needs change.
Kit Storage Locations
Since you do not know where you will be when an emergency occurs, prepare supplies for home, work and vehicles.
- Home: Keep this kit in a designated place and have it ready in case you have to leave your home quickly. Make sure all family members know where the kit is kept.
- Work: Be prepared to shelter at work for at least 24 hours. Your work kit should include food, water and other necessities like medicines, as well as comfortable walking shoes, stored in a “grab and go” case.
- Vehicle: In case you are stranded, keep a kit of emergency supplies in your car.
Be Prepared
The hazards that pose the greatest threat to Wayne County residents include Severe Thunderstorm/High Winds, Winter Weather, Flood, and Tornado.
Extreme Heat510.57 KB
Floods376.96 KB
Power Outage334.06 KB
Thunderstorms and Lightning480.26 KB
Tornado524.44 KB
Winter Weather and Extreme Cold860.72 KB
Power Outages with Food Safety170.41 KB
Protect yourself from mosquitoes.
Comments or Questions?
For comments or questions regarding the ERP or if you are interested in attending these meetings please contact (330) 264-9590 or email the emergency response coordinator by filling out the form below.