Residents
Sheltering
The National Hurricane Center provides the general guidance that evacuees should "run from the water and hide from the wind"-- meaning that historically the storm surge is the most deadly threat from a hurricane. ...Read More
Nursing Home Evacuation Guide
Download → Nursing Home Evacuation Guide (PDF - 67 kb)... ...Read More
Special Medical Needs Clients Urged to Register with the Health Department
The Chatham County Health Department maintains a Special Needs Registry which consists of residents who may require medical assistance during emergency situations. ...Read More
PET EMERGENCY PLANNING GUIDE
Pets are treated like a family member in many households across the country. According to a 2010 report, 53% of Chatham County residents have pets and nearly all of those residents do plan to take their pets with them if... ...Read More
DISASTER SUPPLY KIT AND PLANNING TIPS
If a disaster or an emergency should hit your area, it's important to make sure you are prepared. Here are some tips to follow in case you are faced with a worst case scenario. • Discuss the type of hazards that... ...Read More
Storm Surge: What it Means
2011 Chatham County GA (Savannah) Storm Surge Map ...Read More
Siren Map
Chatham County Warning Siren System The Chatham County Warning Siren System is used to notify residents of danger within their community. Once heard, residents should go inside and listen to their radio or television for any advisories for their area.... ...Read More
Kids
Check back here soon for some Emergency Preparedness information just for kids! ...Read More
Threat Condition Definitions
The Department of Homeland Security uses a color-coded threat level system to inform public safety officials and the general public about their risk of a terrorist attack. The following information is from the Department of Homeland Security:... ...Read More
Hurricane Preparedness Guides
Hurricane season is over, but that doesn't mean we should stop thinking about preparedness. Review your hurricane plans and stock up on supplies now before the next hurricane season begins June 1st. Preparing in advance can save you a lot... ...Read More
Storm Ready Community
Chatham County is Storm Ready! ...Read More
Public Transportation & Sheltering Guide
Download → Public Transportation & Sheltering Guide (PDF - 99 kb)... ...Read More
Man-Made Emergency Guide
Download → Man-Made Emergency Guide (PDF - 81 kb)... ...Read More
Hospice Planning Guide
Download → Hospice Planning Guide (PDF - 51 kb)... ...Read More
Hurricane Planning Guide
Download → Department Hurricane Planning Guide (PDF - 100 kb)... ...Read More
Family Emergency Preparedness
Download → Complete Handbook for Family Emergency Preparedness (PDF - 200 kb)... ...Read More
Tornado
All about tornadoes, including what to do during a watch or warning. ...Read More
Terrorism
Department of Homeland Security - Ready.gov ...Read More
Siren Program
Conditions of warnings and sound samples. ...Read More
School Safety
School safety and emergency planning for schools has moved to the forefront for many school districts and emergency agencies nationwide. Georgia Emergency Management is leading the way in school safety planning and training not only in Georgia but nationwide. CEMA is following that lead on the local level. ...Read More
Senior Citizen Hurricane Action Guide
This product is designed with the senior and retiree in mind. Generally speaking, seniors and retirees have the advantage of more discretionary time than most others. ...Read More
Hurricanes
The links below will take you to pages with more detailed information on hurricane development:... ...Read More
Hazardous Materials
A hazardous materials accident can occur anywhere. Find out how to protect yourself. ...Read More
Flooding
10 Facts that every Unincorporated Chatham County Resident should know. ...Read More
Evacuation Maps
Chatham Co. Evacuation Maps ...Read More
Emergency Operations Plan
Review the Chatham County EOP ...Read More
Earthquake
The historical record of earthquakes in the southeastern United States and Georgia makes it clear that earthquakes and their associated seismic hazards exist. ...Read More
All Hazard Emergency Planning
Quick tips on preparation from your local emergency personnel. ...Read More
Educate Yourself
Across the country questions of "What does a condition 'yellow' mean to my family?" or "What does this mean to a business, school or local government?" remained. The Emergency Management Division has recognized the need and developed a set of... ...Read More
Be Prepared
The likelihood of you and your family surviving a house fire depends as much on you having a working smoke detector and an exit strategy, as well as a well trained fire department. The same is true for surviving a... ...Read More
Notifications
CEMA Alert: The Chatham Emergency Management Agency has an email group reserved for information dissemination. If you would like to subscribe to CEMA_Alert and receive important emergency information directly to your email, please click here. LEPC News: The Local Emergency... ...Read More
