Emergency Operations Plan
- The Cabarrus County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) directs county disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts. The plan contains a Basic Plan and 18 functional annexes. These annexes assign responsibilities and outline actions to be taken by County personnel and partner agencies during emergencies. Each response agency receives a clearly defined mission. Clearly stating roles reduces confusion and conflict while strengthening agency coordination. The plan also helps lower the risk to residents and property across Cabarrus County.
Inclusive Emergency Planning
Emergency planning in Cabarrus County considers the needs of:
- Children
- Individuals with functional needs
- Household pets
- Service animals
Legal and Planning Requirements
The Emergency Operations Plan meets requirements established by:
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- State and local emergency planning guidance
- North Carolina General Statutes, Chapter 166-A
These requirements ensure that Cabarrus County fulfills its legal responsibilities for emergency preparedness.
Note: Portions of the plan related to terrorism response are not available to the public.
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Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Natural and human-caused hazards are a part of the world around us. Hazard mitigation focuses on reducing long-term risks to people and property from known hazards.
- Mitigation strategies help lessen the impacts of disasters by strengthening infrastructure, improving planning, and reducing vulnerability within the community.
Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Cabarrus County participates in the Cabarrus-Stanly-Union Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
- The plan was developed in accordance with state and federal requirements and adopted by participating jurisdictions through standard local approval procedures.
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