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Saturday, March 4, 2023

Rich County Emergency Management

 

                Special Needs Registry

               Rich County Emergency Management

The Utah Special Needs Registry (SNR) was developed to assist local emergency managers in their efforts to plan for and respond to the needs of individuals requiring special assistance in the event of a disaster.  Rich County recently signed a MOU with the State for participation.  This allows individuals to identify themselves as potentially needing assistance in a disaster situation.  Participating jurisdictions can then evaluate the location and needs of these residents to develop plans and response capabilities. 


People who feel they would need some kind of special assistance in a disaster or emergency are encouraged to register.  There is no guarantee that responders can help and there is no substitute for personal preparation.  There are two ways to sign up for the SNR.


   Website - http://www.specialneedsutah.org-- The individual completes the form and clicks on the Submit button at the bottom of the page. 

    Call DEM 801-538-3400 – The individual tells the call taker he or she or the facility they represent is interested in being listed in the Special Needs Registry.  The call taker asks questions about the individual or the person(s) for whom care is provided.


In Rich County, all the information on the people who register, will be private.  Only three people, sheriff, county commissioner and emergency manager, will have access to this database.  Only in the event of an emergency will this information be accessed.  Please make the effort to sign up for your own safety.  If you need assistance contact the Rich Senior Citizens or me, Bryce @ 435-994-1649.

 

 

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