Emergency Management
Preparing, responding to, and recovering from emergencies across the State of Mayflower
⚠️ NOT UP-TO-DATE
The information currently displayed on this page is not up-to-date and does not reflect official Department of Public Safety policies on Emergency Management. Official policies and procedures will be released by the Department in the future. Please check back for updates.
About Emergency Management
The Emergency Management division of the Department of Public Safety coordinates all aspects of disaster preparedness, response, and recovery across Mayflower. Operating under an all-hazards approach, Emergency Management works with federal, state, and local agencies to protect lives and property.
Whether facing natural disasters, public health emergencies, or other critical incidents, our team ensures that resources are mobilized quickly and effectively. Through planning, training, and coordination, we build resilience and maintain continuity of government operations during crisis situations.
Key Functions
Emergency Operations Center
24/7 coordination of statewide emergency response and resource allocation
Disaster Recovery
Managing recovery operations and coordinating federal disaster assistance
Preparedness Planning
Developing and maintaining comprehensive emergency response plans
Training & Exercises
Conducting disaster preparedness training and tabletop exercises with agencies
Mutual Aid
Coordinating resource sharing and mutual aid agreements between agencies
Public Information
Communicating emergency information and public advisories during incidents
Hazard Mitigation & Prevention
Emergency Management works proactively to reduce risks and prevent disasters before they occur. Through community preparedness initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and risk assessments, we strengthen Mayflower's resilience.
- • Community emergency preparedness education
- • Hazard identification and risk assessment
- • Critical infrastructure protection
- • Continuity of Government (CoG) planning
- • Special event security and planning
For Emergencies
In the event of a critical emergency or active threat, contact your local Department of Public Safety office or appropriate law enforcement agency immediately.
For non-emergency inquiries about disaster preparedness or to schedule training, contact your local DPS office.