State Activates Emergency Operations Center

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) says it has activated its Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in anticipation of the approaching winter ice storm. The EOC serves as the main hub for the coordination of the state’s response to a disaster or emergency, such as a significant winter storm. According to a news release, representatives of IDHS, the Indiana State Police, the Indiana Department of Transportation, and the Military Department of Indiana are staffing the EOC for this weekend’s storm. The EOC staff will monitor the storm and coordinate response activities when and where needed. In addition to road clearing and patrol activities by the Indiana Department of Transportation and Indiana State Police, possible missions could also include:

• Location and rescue of stranded motorists
• Establishment of shelters
• Debris removal
• Assistance to local governments upon request.