We plan for and attend any event or situation that:
- threatens serious damage to human welfare, environment or
security
- overwhelms existing response arrangements
- cannot be dealt with within existing day-to-day resources or
procedures
Such emergencies include release of chemicals,
flooding, radiation and radio activity incidents, coastal oil
pollution, widespread food poisoning, evacuation and rest
centres.
After the emergency
The work of the Council does not stop when the
emergency services leave. We are involved in the clear-up operation
and the rebuilding of the community and those residents affected.
The provision of care and assistance to those affected can continue
for many weeks and months.
We also ensure that vital services are
maintained during the emergency and that the community can be
returned to normality as soon as possible.
Persons evacuated from their properties will
be offered short-term welfare facilities with the Council in one of
our designated rest centres across the borough.
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