State and Regional Resources
Health care professionals play a crucial role in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. The effectiveness of a clinician in a disaster depends on awareness of regional and local plans. It is important for health care professionals to interact with all aspects emergency management and become involved in the community.
Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA)
The Alabama Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
Alabama Public Health
The Alabama Public Health is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA)
The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (GEMA) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH)
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT)
The Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) delivers safe multimodal transportation and infrastructure through planning and design. Emergency evacuation routes have been identified for disaster-related incidents.
Georgia Hospital Association (GHA)
A non-profit association representing the hospital and healthcare system in Georgia. The association supports the community through research and education in emergency preparedness and quality improvement initiatives.
Florida Division of Emergency Management
The Florida Division of Emergency Management coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
Florida Department of Public Health
The Florida Department of Public Health is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection coordinates the environmental management of the state and serves as the stewards for protecting air, water, and land.
Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP)
- The Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) is the agency responsible for the state’s efforts in emergency planning, response, and recovery. The agency coordinates community outreach activities and professional response training.
- A website created by GOHSEP, “Get a Game Plan a Game Plan” for the citizens to prepare and stay informed about disasters affecting Louisiana.
- Louisiana Emergency Preparedness Guide
- Louisiana Citizen Awareness and Evacuation Guide
Louisiana Department of Health
- The Louisiana Department of Health responds to public health emergencies in conjunction with GOHSEP. The agency provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education. Several hurricane and flood related resources are available.
- Louisiana Department of Health Preparedness Information
Louisiana Hospital Association Foundation
- A nonprofit association representing the hospital and health care system in Louisiana. The association supports the community through research and education in emergency preparedness and quality improvement initiatives.
- Louisiana Health Association Foundation Preparedness Information
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS)
- The mission of Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is keeping children safe and giving refuge to families during disasters.
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)
- The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) delivers safe multimodal transportation and infrastructure through planning and design. Emergency evacuation routes have been identified for disaster-related incidents.
- Evacuation Routes Information
Lafayette
Local web resources:
- City of Lafayette
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development | dial 511 or 888-ROAD-511 |
| Louisiana State Police | 1-800-469-4828, 1-888-768-8746 (Lafayette) |
| Louisiana Attorney General Hurricane Hotline | 1-800-351-4889 |
| Region 4 Office of Public Health | 1-337-262-5311 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Red Cross – Acadiana Chapter | 1-337-234-7371 |
| Salvation Army | 1-337-235-2407 |
| First Responders | |
| Lafayette Fire Department | 1-337-291-8701 |
| Lafayette Police Dept | 1-337-291-8600 |
| Lafayette Parish Sheriff Dept | 1-337-232-9211 |
| Homeland Security Coordinator | 1-337-291-5075 |
| Hospitals | |
| Lafayette General Medical Center | 1-337-289-7991 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Women's and Children's Hospital | 1-337-521-9100 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center | 1-337-470-2000 |
| University Hospital and Clinics | 1-337-261-6000 |
| Local radio stations | |
| FM 99.9 (KTDY), XM247, SR184 | |
Baton Rouge
Local web resources:
- City of Baton Rouge
- “Red Stick Ready” is a public health campaign created by Easton Baton Rouge Mayor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness.
- Local Emergency Alert System
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development | dial 511 or 888-ROAD-511 |
| Louisiana State Police | 1-800-469-4828, 1-800-969-2059 (Baton Rouge) |
| Louisiana Attorney General Hurricane Hotline | 1-800-351-4889 |
| Region 2 Office of Public Health | 1-225-342-6933 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Red Cross – Louisiana Capital Area Chapter | 1-225-291-4533 |
| Salvation Army | 1- 225-355-4483 |
| First Responders | |
| Baton Rouge Fire Department | 1-225-354-1400 |
| Baton Rouge Police Dept | 1-225-389-3802 |
| East Baton Rouge Sheriff | 1-225-389-5055 |
| Homeland Security Coordinator | 1-225-389-2100 |
| Hospitals | |
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center | 1-225-763-4000 |
| Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge | 1-225-752-2470 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center | 1-225-765-6565 |
| Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital | 1-225-765-6565 |
| Woman's Hospital | 1-225-927-1300 |
| Local radio stations | |
| AM1150 (WJBO), FM 102.5 (WFMF), XM247, SR184 | |
New Orleans
Local web resources:
- City of New Orleans
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development | dial 511 or 888-ROAD-511 |
| Louisiana State Police | 1-800-469-4828 |
| Louisiana Attorney General Hurricane Hotline | 1-800-351-4889 |
| Region 1 Office of Public Health | 1-504-599-0100 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Red Cross – Southeast Louisiana Chapter | 1-504-620-3105 |
| Salvation Army | 1-504-899-4569 |
| First Responders | |
| New Orleans Fire Department | 1-504-658-4700 |
| New Orleans Police Dept | 1-504-821-2222 |
| Orleans Parish Sheriff | 1-504-822-8000 |
| Homeland Security Coordinator | 1-504-658-8700 |
| Hospitals | |
| Children's Hospital New Orleans | 1-504-899-9511 |
| Ochsner Baptist | 1-504-899-9311 |
| Touro Infirmary Hospital | 1-504-897-7011 |
| Tulane Medical Center | 1-504-988-5263 |
| University Medical Center New Orleans | 1-504-702-3000 |
| Veterans Affairs Hospital | 1-800-935-8387 |
| Local radio stations | |
| AM 870 (WWL), FM 101.9 (WLMG), XM247, SR184 | |
Mississippi Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (MEMA)
The Mississippi Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency (MEMA) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
- MEMA Hurricane Information
- Mississippi Hurricane Preparedness Guide (pdf)
- MEMA 4 Kids Hurricanes with Gusty
Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH)
The Mississippi Department of Health (MSDH) is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT)
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) delivers safe multimodal transportation and infrastructure through planning and design. Emergency evacuation routes have been identified for disaster-related incidents.
State of New Jersey Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM)
The State of New Jersey Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
State of New Jersey Department of Health (NJ Health)
The State of New Jersey Department of Health (NJ Health) is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
New York State Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYSES)
The New York State Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYSES) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
- NYSES Hurricane Information
- NYSES Emergency Information Handbook (pdf)
- Hurricane Storm Surge Inundation Zones (pdf)
New York State Department of Health
The New York State Department of Health is the health department for the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
NYC Emergency Management
The NYC Emergency Management is the agency responsible for coordinating preparedness and emergency management activities in the city.
North Carolina Emergency Management
The North Carolina Emergency Management coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS)
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) supports health related services and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Negociado para el Manejo de Emergencias y Administracion de Desastres (NMEAD)
The Negociado para el Manejo de Emergencias y Administracion de Desastres (NMEAD) coordinates the preparedness and emergency management activity in Puerto Rico, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
Gobierno de Puerto Rico Departamento de Salud
The Gobierno de Puerto Rico Departamento de Salud supports health related services and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD)
The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) coordinates the state preparedness and emergency management activity, including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC)
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) promotes the public health and environment in the state and responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education.
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
- The Texas Department of State Health Services is the health department for the state of Texas, and the agency responds to public health emergencies. The website provides news releases, health alerts and advisories, and public health education. DSHS created a new campaign of being “Texas Ready.”
Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM)
- The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) coordinates the state emergency management program, manages the state all-hazardous plan and responds to disasters in the state.
State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR)
- A free registry program through the State of Texas that provides local responders and emergency management personnel additional information on individuals needing assistance to evacuate safely.
- STEAR Program Information
Southeast Texas Regional Advisory Council (SETRAC)
- The Southeast Texas Regional Advisory Council is under contract with DSHS to serve as the lead of the health care coalition for 25 counties in Texas, which is comprised of health care agencies, EMS, public health officials, emergency managers, and other local authorities. Health care infrastructure is maintained by collaborative planning and response.
211
- “The number you call when you don’t know who to call.” By calling 211, a referral is made to the local health department or community organizations for
the following:
- Basic human needs resources.
- Physical and mental health resources.
- Support for elderly and persons with disabilities.
- Support for children and families.
- Information about city, state and federal agencies.
- Available resources during disasters.
Texas Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN)
- Texas Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) educates Texas citizens about disasters.
- Texas EDEN Hurricane Information
Beaumont/Port Arthur
Local web resources:
- Jefferson County
- Jefferson County Hurricane Information
- Evacuation Routes
- STAN developed by the local emergency planning committee for emergency notification.
- Operation Storm Ready
- City of Beaumont
- City of Port Arthur
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Texas State Highway Conditions | 1-800-452-9292 |
| Texas Flood Insurance | 1-866-426-5800 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Stan Line | 1-877-843-7826 or register to receive emergency messages |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Red Cross – Beaumont Chapter | 1-409-832-1644 |
| Red Cross – Port Arthur Chapter | 1-409-832-1644 |
| Salvation Army | 1-409-896-2361 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 or 1-409-980-8311 |
| Public Health Department (Beaumont) | 1-409-832-4000 |
| Public Health Department (Port Arthur) | 1-409-983-8874 |
| First Responders | |
| Beaumont Fire Dept. | 1-409-880-3901 |
| La Belle Fannett Volunteer Fire Dept. (Beaumont) | 1-409-794-1441 |
| Southeast Texas Regional Airport Fire Dept. | 1-409-722-9203 |
| Beaumont Police Dept. | 1-409-832-1234 |
| Beaumont Emergency Manager | 1-409-980-7280 |
| Port Arthur Fire Dept. | 1-409-983-8700 |
| Port Arthur Police Dept. | 1-409-983-8600 |
| Port Arthur Emergency Manager | 1-409-983-8616 |
| Jefferson County Emergency Management Office | 1-409-835-8757 |
| Jefferson Sheriff’s Office | 1-409-835-8411 |
| Hospitals | |
| Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas (Beaumont East) | 1-409-212-5000 |
| CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital – Saint Elizabeth (Beaumont West) | 1-409-892-7171 |
| Mid – Jefferson Hospital (Port Arthur North) | 1-409-726-8700 |
| The Medical Center of Southeast Texas (Port Arthur North) | 1-409-724-7389 |
| Local radio stations | |
| 560AM (KLVI), 94.1FM (KQXY), XM247, SR184 | |
Brownsville
Local web resources:
- Cameron County
- City of Brownsville
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Texas State Highway Conditions | 1-800-452-9292 |
| Texas Flood Insurance | 1-866-426-5800 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Red Cross – South Texas Chapter | 1-956-423-0523 |
| Salvation Army | 1-956-423-2454 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Public Health Department | 1-956-542-3437 |
| First Responders | |
| Brownsville Fire Dept. | 1-956-546-3195 |
| Brownsville Police Dept. | 1-956-504-7405 |
| Brownsville Emergency Manager | 1-956-504-7405 |
| Cameron County Emergency Management Office | 1-956-547-7000 |
| Cameron Sheriff’s Office | 1-956-554-6700 |
| Hospitals | |
| Valley Baptist Medical Center | 1-956-698-5400 |
| Valley Regional Medical Center | 1-956-350-7000 |
| Local radio stations | |
| 94.5 FM (KFRQ), 710 AM (KURV), XM247, SR184 | |
Corpus Christi
Local web resources:
- Nueces County
- City of Corpus Christi
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Texas State Highway Conditions | 1-800-452-9292 |
| Texas Flood Insurance | 1-866-426-5800 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Red Cross – Coastal Bend Chapter | 1-361-887-9991 |
| Salvation Army | 1-361-884-9497 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Public Health Department | 1-361-826-7200 |
| First Responders | |
| Corpus Christi Fire Dept. | 1-361-826-3932 |
| Annaville Volunteer Fire Dept. | 1-361-241-1372 |
| Corpus Christi Police Dept. | 1-361-886-2600 |
| Corpus Christi Emergency Manager | 1-361-826-1100 |
| Nueces County Emergency Management Office | 1-361-533-2355 |
| Nueces Sheriff’s Office | 1-361-887-2222 |
| Hospitals | |
| CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline | 1-361-881-3000 |
| CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Memorial | 1-361-902-4000 |
| CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - South | 1-361-985-5000 |
| Corpus Christi Medical Center - Bay Area | 1-361-761-1000 |
| Corpus Christi Medical Center – Doctor’s Regional | 1-361-761-1000 |
| Driscoll Children's Hospital | 1-361-694-5000 |
| Local radio stations | |
| 101.3 FM (KNCN), 95.5 FM (KZFM), XM247, SR184 | |
Galveston
Local web resources:
- Galveston County
- Galveston County Recovers addresses long-term needs of the community.
- Evacuation Routes
- Hurricane Guide
- City of Galveston
- Houston-Galveston Area – Hurricane Evacuation Planning
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Texas State Highway Conditions | 1-800-452-9292 |
| Texas Flood Insurance | 1-866-426-5800 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Red Cross – Gulf Coast Chapter | 1-409-945-7200 |
| Salvation Army | 1-409-763-1691 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 |
| Public Health Department | 1-409-948-2485 |
| First Responders | |
| Galveston Fire Dept. | 1-409-880-3901 |
| Galveston Police Dept. | 1-409-765-3702 |
| Galveston Emergency Manager | 1-409-765-3710 |
| Galveston County Emergency Management Office | 1-281-309-5002 |
| Galveston Sheriff’s Office | 1-409-762-8621 |
| Hospitals | |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch | 1-409-772-1011 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children — Galveston | 1-409-770-6600 |
| Local radio stations | |
| 740 AM (KTRH), 88.7 FM (KUHF), 1010 AM (KLAT), XM247, SR184 | |
Houston
Local web resources:
- Harris County
- Evacuation Routes
- Local Emergency Alert System
- The mission of Flood Control District is to reduce flood damage by developing plans and maintaining infrastructure.
- City of Houston
- The City of Houston Information Center provides information on preparedness and current updates on local disasters.
- Disaster Preparedness Guide
- Sign-up for the Local Emergency Alert System.
- The area of Houston face a number of threats, including a high risk of hurricanes and associated flooding. Two websites from the City of Houston and Harris County prepare to be ready for any disaster.
- Houston-Galveston Area – Hurricane Evacuation Planning
| State Resources | |
|---|---|
| Texas State Highway Conditions | 1-800-452-9292 |
| Texas Flood Insurance | 1-866-426-5800 |
| Local Organizations | |
| Register for Special Needs/Information | 211 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Red Cross – Greater Houston Chapter | 1-713-526-8300 |
| Salvation Army | 1-713-752-0677 |
| 3-1-1 Service Help Line | 311 or 1-713-837-0311 |
| Public Health Department | 1-832-393-5169 |
| First Responders | |
| Houston Fire Dept. | 1-832-394-6700 |
| Houston Police Dept. | 1-713-884-3131 |
| Houston Emergency Manager | 1-713-884-4500 |
| Harris County Emergency Management Office | 1-713-881-3100 |
| Harris Sheriff’s Office | 1-713-221-6000 |
| Hospitals | |
| Ben Taub Hospital | 1-713-873-2000 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake | 1-281-332-2511 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe | 1-936-539-1111 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center | 1-713-527-5000 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest | 1-281-440-1000 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast | 1-713-359-2000 |
| HCA Houston Healthcare West | 1-281-558-3444 |
| Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital | 1-281-420-8600 |
| Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital | 1-713-566-5100 |
| Memorial Hermann Children's | 1-713-704-5437 |
| Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital | 1-281-644-7000 |
| Memorial Hermann Greater Heights | 1-713-867-2000 |
| Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center | 1-713-242-3000 |
| Memorial Hermann Sugar Land | 1-713-704-5437 |
| Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical CenterMenninger Clinic | 1-713-704-4000 |
| Memorial Hermann The Woodlands | 1-713-897-2300 |
| Memorial Hermann Southeast | 1-281-929-6100 |
| Memorial Hermann Southwest | 1-713-456-5000 |
| Methodist Hospital | 1-713-790-3311 |
| Methodist Willowbrook Hospital | 1-281-737-1000 |
| Oak Bend Medical Center | 1-281-341-3000 |
| Oak Bend Medical Center at Williams Way | 1-281-341-2000 |
| St. Joseph Medical Center | 1-713-757-1000 |
| St. Joseph's Medical Center the Heights | 1-713-969-5400 |
| St. Luke's Health – Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center | 1-832-355-1000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | 1-832-824-1000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital - West Campus | 1-832-227-1000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands | 1-936-267-5000 |
| The Woman's Hospital of Texas | 1-713-791-7180 |
| United Memorial Medical Center | 1-281-618-8500 |
| Local radio stations | |
| 740 AM (KTRH), 88.7 FM (KUHF), 1010 AM (KLAT), XM247, SR184 | |
Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA)
The Virgin Islands Territorial Emergency Management Agency (VITEMA) coordinates the preparedness and emergency management activity in the US Virgin Islands including managing plans, responding to disasters, and preparing the citizens.
US Virgin Islands Storm Strong
The program provides preparedness information and education for youth and families.