Leads the nation’s efforts to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the impacts of disasters. FEMA also provides disaster assistance, preparedness resources, grants, and recovery support for individuals and communities.
Partners, Programs & Resources
Trusted Organizations Serving Sussex County
Emergency management is a team effort. During emergencies, Sussex County works closely with local, state, federal, nonprofit, and volunteer organizations to help prepare our communities, coordinate emergency response, support disaster recovery, and strengthen community resilience.
Whether you’re looking for emergency alerts, disaster preparedness information, volunteer opportunities, weather resources, or disaster assistance, the organizations below provide trusted information and services for residents, businesses, and visitors.
Evacuation Plans
View the Hazards Evacuation Annex – Transportation Incident and Event Management Plan
Other Hazards
Are You Ready? An In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness. Provided by Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Federal Resources
Federal agencies provide nationwide leadership in emergency preparedness, disaster response, recovery, weather forecasting, infrastructure protection, and public safety. Explore the organizations below to access trusted information, preparedness tools, emergency alerts, and disaster assistance available to residents of Sussex County and communities across the United States.
Get Prepared
The federal government’s official preparedness website offering emergency planning guides, disaster supply checklists, evacuation information, and hazard-specific preparedness resources for individuals and families.
Weather Alerts
Provides official weather forecasts, severe weather warnings, hurricane information, flood alerts, marine forecasts, and other critical weather information to help keep communities safe.
NOAA
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration provides hurricane forecasting, coastal monitoring, marine weather, climate information, and environmental data used by emergency managers nationwide.
Learn About CISA
Works to strengthen the nation’s critical infrastructure, emergency communications, cybersecurity, and community resilience. CISA also oversees the nationally recognized Auxiliary Communications (AUXCOMM) program.
American Red Cross
Provides emergency sheltering, disaster relief, preparedness education, blood services, family reunification, and recovery assistance to individuals and families affected by disasters.
Track Hurricanes
The National Hurricane Center monitors tropical weather systems in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific, providing official hurricane forecasts, storm tracking, watches, warnings, and preparedness information to help coastal communities stay informed.
Natural Hazard Monitoring
The U.S. Geological Survey monitors earthquakes, landslides, volcanoes, tsunamis, and other natural hazards while providing real-time hazard information, maps, and scientific data used by emergency managers across the country.
Public Health Resources
The CDC protects public health by providing guidance on disease outbreaks, public health emergencies, disaster health information, emergency preparedness, and recovery resources for individuals and communities.
Child Safety Resources
NCMEC works with law enforcement, emergency managers, and families to assist with missing and exploited children, emergency reunification efforts, child safety education, and disaster-related family support.
State of Delaware Resources
State agencies and programs that help prepare Delaware communities, coordinate emergency response, provide emergency alerts, and assist residents before, during, and after emergencies.
DEMA
DEMA leads Delaware’s statewide emergency management program by coordinating preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts while supporting county and local emergency management agencies.
Sign Up for DENS
Receive free emergency alerts for severe weather, evacuations, public safety emergencies, road closures, and other important notifications affecting your area.
DelDOT
DelDOT maintains Delaware’s transportation infrastructure, manages emergency road operations, supports evacuations, and provides real-time traffic and roadway information during emergencies.
Delaware State Police
Delaware State Police provides statewide law enforcement services, aviation support, special operations, emergency response, and public safety resources throughout Delaware.
DNREC
DNREC protects Delaware’s natural resources while supporting flood resilience, coastal management, environmental response, hazardous materials coordination, and emergency environmental protection.
Delaware National Guard
The Delaware National Guard supports civil authorities during emergencies by providing personnel, equipment, logistics, aviation assets, engineering capabilities, and life-saving assistance when requested.
DHSS
DHSS works to protect the health and well-being of Delaware residents through public health programs, emergency preparedness, behavioral health services, and social support resources.
Public Health Resources
The Division of Public Health leads disease surveillance, health emergency preparedness, vaccination programs, and public health guidance before, during, and after emergencies.
Delaware VOAD
DEVOAD brings together nonprofit, faith-based, and volunteer organizations that provide sheltering, feeding, cleanup, donations management, and long-term recovery assistance following disasters.
Find Community Resources
Delaware 2-1-1 connects residents with essential community services, including emergency shelter, food assistance, behavioral health resources, utility assistance, disaster recovery services, and other local support programs.
Disaster Research Center
The University of Delaware’s Disaster Research Center is a nationally recognized leader in disaster science, conducting research that improves emergency management, community resilience, disaster preparedness, and public policy.
Delaware Sea Grant
Delaware Sea Grant partners with coastal communities to promote flood resilience, coastal preparedness, environmental stewardship, scientific research, and public education to strengthen Delaware’s shoreline communities.
Office of the State Fire Marshal
The Office of the State Fire Marshal promotes fire and life safety through fire investigations, code enforcement, building inspections, explosives regulation, and public fire prevention education throughout Delaware.
Delaware Forest Service
The Delaware Forest Service protects the state’s forests through wildfire prevention, wildland fire suppression, prescribed burning, forest management, and public education on outdoor fire safety.
DE Department of Agriculture
The Delaware Department of Agriculture supports the state’s agricultural community through emergency planning, animal health programs, food security initiatives, and disaster assistance for farms and livestock.
UD Center for Disability Studies
The University of Delaware’s Center for Disabilities Studies provides resources, emergency preparedness information, advocacy, and support services for individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers across Delaware.
Sussex County Resources
Local departments, public safety agencies, and community organizations working together every day to protect the residents and visitors of Sussex County.
Beebe Healthcare
Beebe Healthcare is Sussex County’s community healthcare system, providing emergency care, trauma services, specialty care, and hospital-based medical treatment. Beebe partners with local public safety agencies and emergency management to prepare for and respond to disasters affecting the community.
TidalHealth
TidalHealth provides comprehensive healthcare services to western Sussex County and the surrounding region, including emergency medical care, specialty services, and hospital support while working closely with emergency responders during major incidents and disasters.
Bayhealth
Bayhealth serves central and southern Delaware through emergency departments, hospitals, and outpatient facilities, delivering critical medical care while supporting regional emergency preparedness and disaster response efforts.
Delaware Electric Cooperative
Delaware Electric Cooperative provides reliable electric service to much of rural Sussex County. During severe weather and emergencies, DEC works closely with emergency management and public safety agencies to restore power, provide outage information, and promote electrical safety.
Delmarva Power
Delmarva Power delivers electric service to communities throughout eastern Sussex County and is a key partner in restoring critical infrastructure following severe weather and other emergencies. The company provides outage reporting, restoration updates, and storm preparedness information to help keep customers informed.