Oxford County
Emergency Management Agency

PO Box 179, 26 Western Avenue
South Paris ME 04281
Ph 207-743-6336 FAX 207-743-7346 oxctyema@megalink.net
Office hours: Monday through Friday 8am-4pm

Oxford County Emergency Operations Plan pdf 

Resources
(listed in alphabetical order)

211 Maine is a nonprofit organization formed in partnership with United Ways of Maine and Ingraham to develop a health and human services information and referral service system to serve the entire State of Maine, every day and in times of crisis.
We all know to dial 9-1-1 for medical and health emergencies. We also know to dial 4-1-1 for directory assistance. And now, finding the answers to health and human services information and resources is as quick and easy as dialing 2-1-1 or logging onto 211maine.org.

American Red Cross The American Red Cross helps prepare communities for emergencies and keep people safe every day thanks to caring people who support our work.

Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Applicants for the competitive Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program may access a number of support items at this Web site that are designed to explain the program and provide assistance in completing the online application. The program is designed to assist local fire departments in protecting citizens and firefighters against the effects of fire and fire-related incidents. Applicants are encouraged to visit this Web site throughout the application period to obtain up to date information as the program progresses.

Citizen Corps Citizen Corps asks you to embrace the personal responsibility to be prepared; to get training in first aid and emergency skills; and to volunteer to support local emergency responders, disaster relief, and community safety.

County of Oxford

Disaster Help This web site is part of the President's Disaster Management Egov Initiative - a larger initiative aimed at greatly enhancing Disaster Management on an interagency and intergovernmental basis.

EMED Professional Resource directory for emergency medical personnel and first responders

Emergency Management Institute Through its courses and programs, EMI serves as the national focal point for the development and delivery of emergency management training to enhance the capabilities of federal, state, local, and tribal government officials, volunteer organizations, and the public and private sectors to minimize the impact of disasters on the American public.

Emergency Response Guide 2008 The Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG2004) was developed jointly by the US Department of Transportation, Transport Canada, and the Secretariat of Communications and Transportation of Mexico (SCT) for use by firefighters, police, and other emergency services personnel who may be the first to arrive at the scene of a transportation incident involving a hazardous material. It is primarily a guide to aid first responders in (1) quickly identifying the specific or generic classification of the material(s) involved in the incident, and (2) protecting themselves and the general public during this initial response phase of the incident. The ERG is updated every three to four years to accommodate new products and technology.

How to Join Your Local Fire Department doc A brief article from the Advertiser Democrat

Firehouse.com

Frandford Frandford Mutual Aid Fire Training Association, serving the mutual aid fire training needs of Franklin, Oxford, and Androscoggin Counties

Federal Emergency Management Agency Agency of the US government tasked with Disaster Mitigation, Preparedness, Response & Recovery planning.

Institute for Business & Home Safety IBHS is a nonprofit association that engages in communication, education, engineering and research. Our mission is to reduce deaths, injuries, property damage, economic losses and human suffering caused by natural disasters.

Maine Department of Environmental Protection The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is responsible for protecting and restoring Maine's natural resources and enforcing the state's environmental laws.

Maine Developmental Disabilities Council The Maine Developmental Disabilities Council is a partnership of people with developmental disabilities, family members, and state and local agencies and organizations. We work together to bring about the necessary changes to achieve self-determination and independence for persons with developmental disabilities, and full inclusion in their communities of choice.
The purpose of the Council is to assure that individuals with disabilities and their families participate in the design of, and have access to needed community services, individualized supports, and other forms of assistance that promote self-determination, independence, productivity, integration, and inclusion in all facets of family and community life.

Maine Emergency Management Agency MEMA is a bureau of the Department of Defense, Veterans and Emergency Management.

Maine Fire Marshal The Fire Marshal's Office is dedicated to protecting lives and property from the devastation of fire, explosions, and other life safety hazards. It is one of nine bureaus that make up the Department of Public Safety. While many of you may know of our role in determining how fires start, you might not be as familiar with our other responsibilities which include inspecting public buildings, reviewing the construction blueprints of public facilities before they're built, regulating explosives, fireworks, and certain flammable liquids, inspecting mechanical rides, and licensing traveling amusement shows and circuses. 

Maine Fire News A service for all Fire and Rescue personal to keep you updated on what is happening in and around the state of Maine.

Maine Information and Analysis Center The Maine Information and Analysis Center (MIAC), also known as the Fusion Center, is a cooperative effort between the Maine State Police and the Maine Emergency Management Agency, under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. The MIAC exists to evaluate information and intelligence about potential terrorist activity in Maine. The MIAC ensures that critical information is shared promptly with all appropriate agencies.
MIAC is also a resource to help Maine citizens do their part in helping to keep Maine safe. It is a place that people may contact when they observe or learn of suspicious persons, incidents or activity that may arouse their concerns. Information shared with the MIAC will be evaluated as previously described and referrals will be made to the proper parties, if a referral is indicated.

MSAD #44 Individual and family preparedness information.

National Disaster Education Coalition The National Disaster Education Coalition (NDEC) is composed of federal government agencies and national not-for-profit organizations that work together to develop and disseminate consistent educational information for the public about disaster preparedness.

National Fire Protection Association The mission of the international nonprofit NFPA is to reduce the worldwide burden of fire and other hazards on the quality of life by providing and advocating scientifically-based consensus codes and standards, research, training and education.

National School Safety Center The National School Safety Center serves as an advocate for safe, secure and peaceful schools worldwide and as a catalyst for the prevention of school crime and violence.

National Response Center The National Response Center (NRC) is the sole federal point of contact for reporting oil and chemical spills.

National Weather Service The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy.

IS-1 Emergency Manager: An Orientation to the Position This independent study course provides an introduction to Comprehensive Emergency Management (CEM) and the Integrated emergency Management System (IEMS). Included is an in-depth look at the four phases of comprehensive emergency management; mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The text is accompanied by illustrations, diagrams, and figures. In most units, there are worksheets, exercises, and tasks to complete.

NIMS ICS-100 FEMA Independent Study Program:
IS-100 Introduction to Incident Command System, I-100

NIMS ICS-200 ICS 200 is designed to enable personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS). ICS-200 provides training on and resources for personnel who are likely to assume a supervisory position within the ICS.

NIMS ICS-700 FEMA Independent Study Program:
IS-700 National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction

NIMS IS-800 This course introduces you to the NRF, including the concept of operations upon which the plan is built, roles and responsibilities of the key players, and the organizational structures used to manage these resources. The NRF provides a framework to ensure that we can all work together when our Nation is threatened.
The course is designed for DHS and other Federal department/agency staff responsible for implementing the NRF, as well as State, local and private sector emergency management professionals.

NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards The NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (NPG) is intended as a source of general industrial hygiene information on several hundred chemicals/classes for workers, employers, and occupational health professionals. The NPG does not contain an analysis of all pertinent data, rather it presents key information and data in abbreviated or tabular form for chemicals or substance groupings (e.g. cyanides, fluorides, manganese compounds) that are found in the work environment. The information found in the NPG should help users recognize and control occupational chemical hazards.

Oxford County ARES The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) consists of licensed amateurs who have voluntarily registered their qualifications and equipment for communications duty in the public service when disaster strikes.

RACES Founded in 1952, the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) is a public service provided by a reserve (volunteer) communications group within government agencies in times of extraordinary need.

Ready.gov Ready.gov is a common sense framework designed to launch a process of learning about citizen preparedness. One of the primary mandates of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security is to educate the public, on a continuing basis, about how to be prepared in case of a national emergency—including a possible terrorist attack.

SeniorsPlus  SeniorsPlus Area Agency on Aging serves seniors in Androscoggin County, Franklin County, and Oxford County Maine. Under the authorization of the Older Americans Act, our mission is to offer information and assistance, nutrition services, social activities and advocacy to help older people remain independent. Our professional staff assist seniors over the telephone, at our offices or community centers, and with in-home visits for the homebound.

State of Maine Animal Response Team Based at the Department of Agriculture, the State of Maine Animal Response Team (SMART) is a public/private partnership that developed from the need to improve animal emergency response capacity in Maine. SMART represents the combined interest of public health, agriculture, emergency management, humane groups and the veterinary profession in providing a cohesive and effective approach to animal related disaster events, including zoonotic disease scenarios. 

Town of Bethel

Town of Buckfield

Town of Fryeburg

Town of Norway

Town of Otisfield

Town of Paris

Town of Waterford

United Way United Ways across the country bring diverse people and resources together to address the most urgent issues their communities face. Through unique partnerships and approaches, United Ways mobilize resources beyond the dollars that are pledged through their fund-raising efforts. Community partners often include schools, government policy makers, businesses, organized labor, financial institutions, voluntary and neighborhood associations, community development corporations, and the faith community.

US Environmental Protection Agency The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.

US EPA Chemical Emergency Preparedness & Prevention Office Offers technical assistance to: prevent and prepare for chemical emergencies; respond to environmental crises; inform the public about chemical hazards in their community; and share lessons learned about chemical accidents.

US Fire Administration Here you will find training and educational opportunities for the Fire Service and allied organizations. Also available are fire statistics, public fire education campaign materials, and information on funding opportunities. Federal travelers will find a directory of approved, fire-safe hotels, and for citizens, they offer information on home fire safety.

Volunteer Maine The members of the VolunteerMaine Partnership are state, non-profit, public and private agencies that have come together with the sole purpose of promoting volunteerism in Maine and meeting these goals. The partnership's inaugural venture, to create a statewide web-based volunteer database, is the first of its kind in the nation. The database, located on this site, serves as the state's virtual volunteer center linking agencies in need of volunteer assistance with volunteers looking for volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer Maine-Keep Maine Warm 2008 Escalating heating and transportation costs are placing an unbearable economic burden on many Mainers.
You can be part of a neighbor helping neighbor response to citizens struggling to stay warm this winter.

WebWISER (Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders) WISER is a system designed to assist first responders in hazardous material incidents. WISER provides a wide range of information on hazardous substances, including substance identification support, physical characteristics, human health information, and containment and suppression advice.

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Last modified: 06/11/08