office of
Emergency Management
office of
Emergency Management
The Fredon Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) coordinates emergency preparedness and response at the local level. The OEM Coordinator works directly with police, fire, EMS, public works, public health, schools, and other local agencies to keep Fredon residents safe before, during, and after an emergency.
The Four Phases of Emergency Management
Phase 1 — Mitigation
Identifying risks before they become disasters. This includes analyzing local hazards and taking steps to reduce their impact on the community. Fredon participates in Sussex County’s county-wide hazard mitigation plan. View the Sussex County Hazard Mitigation Plan – Section 1
Phase 2 — Preparedness
Getting ready before an emergency happens. This means writing and updating the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), conducting training and safety drills, and making sure local agencies have what they need to respond effectively.
Phase 3 — Response
Taking action when an emergency occurs. The OEM activates the Emergency Operations Plan, coordinates with local agencies, keeps township leadership and the public informed, and works to save lives and protect property.
Phase 4 — Recovery
Helping the community return to normal after an emergency. This includes restoring essential services, connecting residents with assistance programs, and working with county, state, and federal officials to assess damage and access recovery funding.
What the OEM Coordinator Does
Before an Emergency:
- Keeps township leadership informed of potential threats
- Maintains and updates the Emergency Operations Plan in accordance with state and federal guidelines
- Identifies local hazards, vulnerabilities, and available resources
- Organizes training and exercises for township staff
- Chairs the Local Emergency Management Council (LEMC) as required by state law
- Maintains compliance with NJ OEM directives (NJOEM-1, NJOEM-7, NJOEM-9, NJOEM-14)
- Participates in county-level hazard mitigation planning
During an Emergency:
- Notifies the Mayor and Township Committee and keeps them updated throughout the event
- Activates the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as needed
- Issues protective action recommendations in coordination with the Mayor
- Declares a local state of emergency if conditions pose a severe threat to life or property
- Coordinates communication between on-scene responders and the EOC
- Manages resource requests and tracks situational awareness through the state’s EMMIT system
- Keeps the public informed through the Public Information Officer (PIO)
After an Emergency:
- Works with state and federal officials to begin the Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) process
- Helps determine eligibility for federal disaster assistance
- Plans for the safe re-entry of residents to affected areas
Resources and Links
Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Assistance and Information
(offsite)
1-800-621-FEMA (3362)
Sussex County Office of Emergency Management
(offsite)
JCP&L Power Outages
Every resident with a power outage should report to JCP&L, the more calls they receive the higher the priority of repair. To Report Outages Call: 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877)
(offsite)
When your home’s exterior electrical system is damaged, it’s important to know who is responsible. See who owns what.
