The Emergency Management Office prepares for, mitigates against, responds to and assists in the recovery from natural and man-made disasters.
Outdoor Warning System
Fort Worth's outdoor warning system may be activated for any kind of emergency — not just severe weather. Learn more about the city's outdoor warning system.
Terrorism/Shooting Awareness
What should you do if you end up on the site of a shooting? Check out this video from Ready Houston to learn the steps you should take to survive an active shooting event.
Emergency Preparedness for Residents With Functional Needs
Learn what to do in a variety of emergency situations with these American Sign Language (ASL) preparedness videos, available with English, Spanish and Vietnamese voiceover.
Outdoor Warning System
Fort Worth's outdoor warning system may be activated for any kind of emergency — not just severe weather. Learn more about the city's outdoor warning system.
KnoWhat2Do in an Emergency
The KnoWhat2Do program provides resources for residents throughout North Texas to help them prepare for potential emergencies.
Special Needs Assistance Program
In any emergency, good information is crucial. That's why the City of Fort Worth is working with agencies throughout North Texas to build a database of residents with special needs — to ensure assistance is available when disasters strike.
Links
Contact
Emergency Management Office:
817-392-6170
Joint Emergency Operation Center:
817-392-7100
E-mail:
oem@fortworthtexas.gov.
Hazard Mitigation
Download a copy of the Tarrant County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Action Plan.
Updated Oct. 23, 2008