Emergency Response Procedures (Overview)

Area Seventies and Stake Presidents

Prior to a Disaster

Assemble Resources

• During non-disaster times, develop relationships with civil authorities and local response agencies.

• Identify and appoint member specialists (for example, emergency communications or disaster response).

Organize for Imminent Disasters

• Assemble a committee to coordinate preparation and relief efforts for imminent disasters.

• Review emergency plans, and counsel members.

Following a Disaster

Coordinate Response Efforts

• Assess and report the status of both Church and community members.

• Review needs and formulate response.

• Set up an operations center.

• Request needed funding and supplies.

Oversee Volunteer Activities

• Receive and organize requests for assistance with cleanup or repairs.

• Organize and orient teams of volunteers who will respond to requests.

Report

• Provide regular status reports to area leaders and to the welfare and self-reliance manager.

• Share Church response efforts with media, as appropriate.