In the event of a disaster, Delaware County Emergency Management coordinates the county’s resources and agencies to reduce the impact it has on the county.
The Delaware County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management’s main goal is to save lives, prevent injuries, and protect property and the environment from “All Hazards” – Natural, Manmade, or Terrorism.
We strive reduce or eliminate the effects of day to day emergencies and large scale disasters in Delaware County through preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery.
We achieve our goals through the four phases of emergency management (Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery), conducting training and training exercises, and through education.
A Place of Warmth at Zion will be open at the Zion Church TONIGHT - December 4th, 2025. For all others seeking sheltering options or in need of additional information or assistance, please contact HelpLine of Delaware and Morrow Counties, Inc. by dialing 2-1-1.
The church is located at 51 W. Central AVE in Delaware at the corner of Franklin ST & W. Central AVE. Please help us spread the word! ... See MoreSee Less
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Today, the Delaware County Emergency Management Executive Committee and Director Alex McCarthy recognized Trustee Charles Miley of Brown Township during his last meeting as a member of the Committee. Thank you, Mr. Miley, for 14+ years of dedication, contributions, and commitment to our office and to the residents of Delaware County! ... See MoreSee Less
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The LEVEL 1 Snow Emergency has been lifted. Please continue to exercise caution as you are travelling today.UPDATE: 12/02/2025 at 12:45 PM | Delaware County Level 1 snow emergency has been CANCELED. Some roads may be slippery; please continue to use caution.
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