Christian County is updating its All Hazards Mitigation Plan, a document designed to reduce damage from severe weather events like tornadoes, snow and ice storms, and strong thunderstorms. The update will be funded through a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Christian County Emergency Management Agency Director Jeff Stoner says the plan outlines both natural and man-made hazards that have impacted the county and identifies projects that can help protect residents, property, and critical infrastructure. Stoner adds that keeping the plan up to date also allows the county and participating communities to remain eligible for federal mitigation funding.
The Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee will hold its first meeting on Tuesday, January 13th at 2 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Taylorville Fire Station Training Room at 202 North Main Street and is open to the public.
The committee includes representatives from county and municipal governments, schools, fire protection districts, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders. Additional meetings will be held throughout the next year to gather input and discuss information used to update the plan.
Stoner notes this mitigation plan differs from the county’s emergency response plan, as it focuses on preventing or reducing damage before disasters happen.
