Emergency Preparedness - Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe

Also responsible to increase the capabilities of the LLBO to respond to public health threats and emergencies such as:

• Natural disasters - Severe weather - Bioterrorism - Disease outbreaks - Mass casualties - Chemical or radiation emergencies - Assists in the development of plans and policies The program provides:

• Education and training to community members on family emergency preparedness.

• Risk communications and health information dissemination and monitors information to assure the most current and accurate information is available.

• Monitors state health alerts.

• Coordinates LLBO preparedness and response to public health emergencies.

• Participates in the development, review, and management of policies for preparedness to mitigate possible events that could jeopardize public safety, health, and the environment.

• Develops training materials to educate the public.

09/14/2024