The Kalamazoo County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is a division within the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office, responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing a consolidated emergency management program for Kalamazoo County. They work closely with other agencies to prepare for, respond to, mitigate, and recover from a wide range of natural and man-made disasters, providing comprehensive training and maintaining operational readiness.
OEM also collaborates with the 5th District Homeland Security Board and other agencies in southwest Michigan to share intelligence, coordinate resources, and maximize operating efficiencies. They play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the community during major events, maintaining and deploying a mobile command post for local incident commanders. With a focus on homeland security, emergency response, and hazardous materials management, OEM is dedicated to protecting the residents of Kalamazoo County.
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