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Preparing Illinois for Tomorrow

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency & Office of Homeland Security: Building a better prepared state, together.

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Your Shield Against Crisis

The IEMA-OHS protects the citizens of Illinois by coordinating state-level disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. Our mission is clear: to ensure that when disaster strikes, the State, and its people, are ready to act.

Plan Now. Survive Later.

Preparation is your most powerful tool. Use our guides to understand risks, build kits, and make family plans for any hazard.

Severe Weather

Learn how to prepare for thunderstorms, tornadoes, blizzards, and flooding specific to the Illinois climate.

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Earthquake Safety

Know the "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" protocol and how to secure your home and family.

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Family Emergency Plans

Create a comprehensive, multi-hazard plan (including communication and evacuation) for all family members.

Build a Plan

Radiation & HazMat

Information on Potassium Iodide (KI) and safety protocols for hazardous materials incidents.

Safety Guides

The Disaster Cycle: From Crisis to Recovery

We guide you through the four stages of emergency management—from anticipation to rebuilding your community.

1. Mitigation & Prevention

Working before the event to lower risk. This includes strengthening infrastructure, developing strong codes, and running preparedness drills.

Mitigation Programs

Key Focus: Reducing vulnerability and long-term risk.

2. Response & Recovery

Immediate actions taken during and after a disaster. Access FEMA resources, individual assistance, and public funds.

FEMA Assistance

Key Focus: Life safety, immediate needs, and continuity of services.

Deep Expertise & Technical Resources

Comprehensive resources for state partners, local EMAs, and professional responders. Find guides on accreditation, HAZMAT, and specialized programs.

Core Program Areas

Community Partnerships

Strengthening resilience through collaboration with local businesses and private sector organizations.

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Local EMA Resources

Direct access to resources and contacts for local emergency management authorities throughout Illinois.

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Training & Accreditation

Details on professional training, certification, and technical accreditation required for responders.

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Specialized Topics

Nuclear Safety

Programs dedicated to protecting public health from ionizing radiation and nuclear incidents.

HazMat & Environmental

Guidance and protocols for managing hazardous materials and environmental contamination.

Regulatory Law

Accessing state statutes, executive orders, and legal guidelines for EM operations.

Need Immediate Local Assistance?

We connect you to the most critical resources, from regional offices to direct local emergency management contacts.

🚨 24/7 Emergency Hotline

217-782-7860

For immediate life-safety emergencies or disaster coordination assistance.

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🗺️ Regional EMA Directory

Find your local county and regional coordinator for hyper-local preparedness plans.

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❓ General Questions

Have a non-urgent question or need to report a general concern? Use our public information office.

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