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Pitt County Emergency Management Planning Division
Angela Brown, Planner The Planning Division performs professional analytical and administrative work for the Pitt County Emergency Management Office. This division’s primary function is the formulation and management of various plans, programs, and procedures that deal with preparation, response to, recovery and mitigation as related to emergency and disaster events. In order for Pitt County to ensure preparedness and a constant state of readiness, a systematic approach known as the four phases of emergency management are utilized. This continuous process is effective in managing all types and sizes of incidents. The Emergency Planner is responsible for the coordination of the annual review and implementation of updates to the Pitt County’s Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). Another major function is the activities related to the Emergency Operations Center (EOC). This consists of developing procedures and guidelines, maintaining accurate records and data for a constant state of readiness in response to an event. The Emergency Planner works closely with Federal, State and local agencies such as North Carolina Emergency Management, The Special Medical Needs Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining the Special Medical Needs Plan that identifies and assists individuals with special medical needs in times of an emergency or disaster. These populations include individuals with medical needs that require daily medical attention and who would be adversely affected by the interruption of services such as utilities, transportation, or daily professional care. Should you wish to be included in the registry you can contact Real Crisis at 252-758-HELP (4357). You can contact the Executive Director for Real Crisis via email at: mary1978@earthlink.net Preparedness takes the form of plans or procedures designed to save lives and to minimize damage when an emergency occurs. Planning, training, and disaster drills are essential elements of preparedness. These activities ensure that when a disaster strikes, emergency managers will be able to provide the best response possible.
Recovery is defined as the actions taken to return the community to normal following a disaster. Repairing, replacing, or rebuilding property are examples of recovery.
Mitigation is the cornerstone of emergency planning. It’s the continuing effort to lessen the impact disasters have on people and property. Hazard mitigation is defined as sustained action that reduces or eliminates long-term risk to people and property from natural and technological hazards and their effects.
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