Emergency Management
The Emergency Management Division of the Public Safety Department provides protection for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Manatee County.
This is accomplished through effective contingency planning, disaster event coordination of local and state agencies, all hazards public education, disaster training and exercises for emergency responders which is accomplished throughout the four phases of Emergency Management: preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. [more]
Disaster Plans and Checklists
Emergency Management Links
The Special Needs Registry is designed to assist residents of Manatee County who will require transportation or sheltering assistance when the citizen is notified to evacuate their residence because of a storm. [more]
Locations of Manatee County Shelters. In an emergency, stay tuned to local media for a listing of shelters, to include the pet-friendly shelters, which will be opened for an event. [more]
Emergencies and disasters can happen anytime, anywhere and in any form. [more]
Locate the storm surge zone/category of your home or business located within Manatee County. [more]
Disasters and emergencies that impact large areas can develop quickly or may be preceded by a waiting period that provides time to implement protective measures [more]
National Safe Boating Week is May 19-25, 2012
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Valuable information to prepare you before, during and after an emergency event. This section includes information for hurricanes, severe weather, chemical spills, marine hazards and more. [more]
The Manatee County Government Disaster Preparedness course provides information on how to plan for, and protect yourself and your property, in the advent of a local emergency or disaster. [more]
A collection of publications to help you get ready. [more]
Manatee County Government
