The City of Brookhaven is the largest municipality in Suffolk County, New York and the largest city in the state. This committee has jurisdiction over all matters related to the Suffolk County Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services Department. The Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management (SCOEM) is responsible for providing instructions and information to residents during major emergency events. The SCOEM will use a system to send personalized messages directly to homes and businesses in the event of a real or imminent emergency.
The City of Brookhaven, in coordination with Suffolk County Fire and Emergency Services, is prepared to provide direction, control and coordination of emergency management activities. The Director of Emergency Management for Suffolk County is responsible for overseeing all emergency management operations. This includes developing plans and procedures for responding to natural disasters, terrorist attacks, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergencies. The Director also works with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure that Suffolk County is prepared for any type of emergency.
The Director of Emergency Management for Suffolk County is appointed by the County Executive. The Director works closely with the Suffolk County Fire and Emergency Services Department, as well as other county departments, to ensure that all emergency management operations are coordinated and effective. The Director also collaborates with local municipalities to guarantee that they are ready for any kind of emergency. The Director of Emergency Management for Suffolk County is responsible for guaranteeing that all emergency management operations are conducted in accordance with state and federal laws.
The Director also works with local, state, and federal agencies to make sure that Suffolk County is prepared for any type of emergency.