Multiple county agencies to participate
Emergency Management
Organizations from Hopkins County and surrounding areas will participate in a full-scale exercise from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, June 21. The exercise is being conducted in order to test and improve the community’s overall preparedness for an emergency event.
The fictional exercise will simulate a tornado that has impacted Hopkins County. Exercise participants will simulate emergency activities such as response, search and rescue, treatment of acting victims, hazardous material identification and cleanup, and transporting acting victims.
The incident is not real; however, the response activities during the fictional exercise will be practiced in a manner that is as realistic as possible.
Hopkins County Emergency Management, Sulphur Springs Emergency Management, Hopkins County Fire Department, Sulphur Springs Fire Department, Hopkins County Sheriff’s Office, Sulphur Springs Police Department, Hopkins County EMS, CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital of Sulphur Springs, Sulphur Springs Independent School District, SSISD Police Department, Hopkins County Civic Center, Justice of the Peace, Pcts. 1 and 2, county volunteer fire departments and Civil Air Patrol will be participating.
For the public’s safety and in order to ensure a realistic environment for the exercise, the area will not be open to the public. First responders ask for the community’s patience and support if the exercise disrupts daily routines.
There are simple steps that Americans can take to prepare themselves and their loved ones for emergencies: be informed, make a plan, build a disaster supply kit and get involved through opportunities that support community preparedness. By gathering supplies to meet basic needs, discussing what to do during an emergency with your family in advance, and being aware of the risks and appropriate actions, you will be better prepared for the unexpected and can help better prepare your community and the country.
Visit the website https://www.ready.gov or call 1-800-BE-READY to learn more about preparedness activities.
First responders wish to thank all area residents for their support of this important exercise. If you have any concerns or questions about the exercise, please contact Kristy Springfield at kspringfield@hopkin scountytx.org.