The Emergency Management Division is committed to reducing vulnerability to hazards and minimizing the impact of disasters through preparation, response, and recovery. The Emergency Management Team contributes to various local, state, and federal committees, teams, and work groups in support of Homeland Security and a safer PBC. The Emergency Management Division develops and modifies response plans for the following:
Severe Weather Events
Civil Disturbances
Command Team Activations
Continuity of Operations Plans
Incident Action Plans
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
PBCFR’s Emergency Management works closely with PBC Directors of Public Safety, Emergency Management, and the Florida Fusion Center to coordinate strategic intelligence and organization collaboration.
When the PBC Emergency Operation Center (EOC) is activated during emergencies, the Emergency Management Division of PBCFR assumes leadership and oversight of critical functions at Emergency Support Function desks 4 (Firefighting) and 9 (Search and Rescue). Unit leaders are crucial in linking the County’s EOC to field operations across various sectors, including schools, shelters, healthcare, EMS, and ensuring coordinated and effective responses to emergencies.
The Emergency Management Coordinator confirms that rosters for disaster deployment are accurate. This ensures that proper training is available and fire rescue personnel are ready to respond to disasters outside PBC. PBCFR is the host agency for the Southeast Florida Regional All-Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT), providing administrative, logistical, and financial support. PBCFR also serves as one of the County representatives for the 67 counties participating in the Florida Statewide Emergency Response Plan, ensuring that strike team resources are ready to be deployed in times of need as part of the Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement oversees seven Regional Domestic Security Task Forces (RDSTFs), which form the backbone of Florida’s domestic security. These task forces include members from: fire rescue, emergency management, public health, hospitals, and law enforcement, ensuring that our community is well-prepared and supported during emergencies. The Fire Rescue Emergency Management Division plays a crucial role in the Southeast Florida RDSTF. They conduct regular training exercises, coordinate resource distribution, and develop emergency response plans tailored to the unique needs of the community while ensuring the safety and resilience of our region.
Emergency responses to large-scale incidents in PBC require a strong, unified command presence achieved through partnerships between law enforcement and fire rescue officials. PBCFR works with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure everyone is trained to respond to emergencies. This training includes drills conducted at the EOC, response to active shooters, and regional hazardous material incident response.
Phone: 561-712-6400
Fax: 561-712-6464
TDY/TTY: 561-712-6342
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