PHEP Emergency Planning

In the Event of a Public Health Emergency:

NSHD will communicate with residents in a variety of ways - our socials (Facebook, X, Instagram) and our website. Additional information will be shared via television, radio, and newspapers, and you can also contact 2-1-1 (Learn more here - IMPACT 211). Information will include specifics about the public health threat (i.e. disease and its symptoms), who is at risk. where to go for preventative medication or vaccine, and where to seek medical attention if you become ill.

Staff can be reached around the clock to report a public health emergency. During regular business hours (Monday-Friday 8am - 4:30pm), call (414) 371-2980. After hours, contact the health officer, Becky Rowland, at (414)916-7158 or Bayside Dispatch at (414) 351-9900 and the appropriate public health authorities will be notified.

How You Can Be Prepared:

The NSHD wants to ensure that you are informed about and prepared for emergencies and disasters. Residents share the responsibility of learning about and preparing for potential public health threats and emergencies. The NSHD recommends that residents develop a disaster plan and supply kit to be ready for natural health threats, such as a pandemic flu outbreak, an act of bioterrorism, an accidental release of a chemical or other substance, or a natural disaster (i.e. tornado or flood). The following links contain valuable information to help you prepare your family for the unexpected.

• NSHD Emergency Kit Checklist

• CDC Make a Plan

• Don’t Forget About Your Pets! Humane World Pet Emergency Plan and Disaster Preparedness

• FEMA Ready Preparedness Tools

• Ready Wisconsin Preparedness Tools

• Do 1 Thing: Don’t be overwhelmed by emergency preparedness - Take it one step at a time

• SMART 911: Free, private, secure safety profile - includes medical issues, pet information, and any special needs in your household

• Milwaukee County Public Safety Radio Information

Be a Helping Hand in an Emergency:

Whether you work in a health field or not; are active, learning or retired, if you are interested in assisting during a health emergency, please register with the Wisconsin Emergency Assistance Volunteer Registry (WEAVR) today! Registering with the WEAVR allows you expedited clearance to help in our community, around the state, country and world. You can pick your desired level of involvement. Click here to register