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.
SKYWARN Storm Spotter Course
April 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM in Delaware, OH at the large conference room in the Byxbe Building (1610 St. Rt. 521, Delaware, OH 43015)
A FREE class to attend led by NWS meteorologists with techniques & safety for severe weather spotting
Register at: https://bit.ly/41ta4Ya
Good morning, Delaware County! With a stretch of warm weather ahead and this month being National Pet Preparedness Month, it's a great time for a reminder about traveling with your furry friends. Remember that cracking windows has little effect on how fast your car heats up. #ClickThePic for some considerations if travelling with pets. For more, check out: www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dogs-in-hot-cars/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Good afternoon, Delaware County! One of the best notification methods to protect you from severe weather is a NOAA weather radio in the home. This cost-effective addition to your personal warnings & notifications system provides another layer to your cell phone, TV/radio, DELCO Alerts, etc., ensuring you do not miss important information about severe weather! You can find them for purchase online or at most big-box stores. Be sure it has a battery backup in the event the power goes out! ... See MoreSee Less
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Good morning, Delaware County! We talk a lot about making a plan, reviewing it with your family, and practicing it regularly. But what if you don't even know where to start? Check out this link to the In-Depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness to get you on the right track: www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2021-11/are-you-ready-guide.pdf ... See MoreSee Less
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