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Get Connected with NJOEM Today!

  Get Connected with the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management (NJOEM) Follow us on social media! We post important information, news, and preparedness information for you and your family! Visit ready.nj.gov today to learn how to prepare your family … Continue reading

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FEMA Announces 2017 Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) Grants

It’s that time of year again! ***Applications for Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) are due to NJOEM through the eGrants system on the FEMA Grants Portal accessible at https://portal.fema.gov by COB Monday, October 2, 2017.*** The Federal … Continue reading

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Governor Christie Declares State Of Emergency Ahead Of Winter Storm Stella

Trenton, NJ – In preparation for Winter Storm Stella expected to arrive in New Jersey tonight, Governor Chris Christie declared a State of Emergency, authorizing the State Director of Emergency Management to activate and coordinate the preparation, response and recovery … Continue reading

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New Jersey Announces Thursday Closure of State Offices Due To Winter Storm

Due to the impending severe winter storm, the State of New Jersey has authorized the closing of state offices on Thursday, February 9,‎ 2017 for all non-essential employees. Essential employees should report to work on their regular schedule. The winter … Continue reading

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New Jersey Search and Rescue Team Being Deployed to Florida

October 6, 2016 Today, Colonel Rick Fuentes, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police, announced the deployment of 80 members of New Jersey Task Force 1 to assist with search and rescue operations as Hurricane Matthew moves closer into Florida. … Continue reading

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RFP for NJOEM Emergency Operations Center Planning and Training, & State Emergency Operations Center

ATTENTION This Bid Solicitation {Request for Proposal (RFP)} is issued by the Procurement Bureau, Division of Purchase and Property (Division), Department of the Treasury on behalf of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of State Police, and … Continue reading

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Governor Chris Christie Declares A State of Emergency For Ocean, Atlantic and Cape May Counties In Preparation For Tropical Storm Hermine

Saturday, September 3, 2016 Trenton, NJ – Governor Chris Christie today declared a state of emergency for Ocean County, Atlantic County and Cape May County as a result of severe weather conditions expected later today and throughout the Labor Day weekend. … Continue reading

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FEMA ANNOUNCES 2016 FMA AND PDM GRANTS

It’s that time of year again!!! Please help us spread the word, and share the following announcement regarding the 2016 FEMA Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) and Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) grants, with your local municipal coordinators and other interested parties. The … Continue reading

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CERT TTT Program Manager Course – June 2015

NEW JERSEY CITIZEN CORPS   & NEW JERSEY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT IN COOPERATION WITH SOMERSET COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PRESENTS: CERT    TRAIN–THE– TRAINER PROGRAM MANAGER COURSE JUNE 18-19, 2015 SOMERSET COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES TRAINING ACADEMY 402 ROYCEFIELD ROAD … Continue reading

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Copy of Administrative Order Lifting Travel Ban Statewide

Travel Ban restriction all vehicles Lifted 1-27-15.pdf

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Emergency Travel Ban – Executive Order

January 26, 2015 Travel Restrictions

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STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED NO DRIVING RESTRICTIONS

EO-167Governor Chris Christie Declares State of Emergency As Winter Storm Hits New Jersey For Immediate Release                                                                Contact: Michael Drewniak Wednesday, November 26, 2014                                                                    Kevin Roberts 609-777-2600   … Continue reading

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SITUATION REPORT MAY 1, 2O14 – SIGNIFICANT RAIN EVENT

South Region Counties Atlantic – No major issues reported. Burlington – Due to minor flooding along the Rancocas Creek, Lumberton has declared a SOE at approximately 0500 hours. Approximately 30 people have been evacuated to a reception center at a … Continue reading

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New Jersey Office of Emergency Management Seeking Public Comment on NJ State Hazard Mitigation Plan

Plan Outlines Measures for Hazard Risk Reduction, Improved Disaster Resilience Link to Press Release

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STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED, NO TRAVEL BAN, STATE OFFICES CLOSED MONDAY 3/3/14

Governor Chris Christie Declares State of Emergency In Preparation For Winter Storm Titan Governor Closes State Offices Monday For All Non-Essential Workers   For Immediate Release                                                                Contact: Michael Drewniak Sunday, March 2, 2014                                            … Continue reading

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NJ State Offices Closed Monday March 3, 2014, Essential Employees Report

The Governor has determined that All State Offices Statewide will be closed Monday, March 3, 2014, due hazardous weather conditions. Non-essential employees should not report for their normal day shift. Essential employees should report to work on schedule.

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NJ STATE OFFICES DELAYED OPENING 11 AM TUES 2/18/14

DELAYED OPENING – ALL STATE OFFICES TO OPEN AT 11:00 AM Due to hazardous winter weather conditions expected through the morning commute  tomorrow,  Governor Chris Christie has decided to delay the opening of all State offices on Tuesday, February 18, 2014. … Continue reading

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Attention Essex County Residents – Sandy Recovery News

  IMPORTANT HURRICANE SANDY RECOVERY NEWS hablamos español * falamos português * nou pale creole * nous parlons français World Renew Volunteers will be working from Feb.11th -22nd  to do Long Term Recovery Assessments with Essex County residents affected by Hurricane … Continue reading

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Governor Christie Announces 10:30 a.m. Delayed Opening For State Offices On Friday, February 14

Governor Christie Announces 10:30 a.m. Delayed Opening For State Offices On Friday, February 14 Delayed Opening Will Allow For Clearing Of Roadways And Less Hazardous Travel Conditions During Morning Commute   For Immediate Release                                                                Contact: Michael Drewniak Thursday, … Continue reading

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What a State of Emergency Means

What is a State of Emergency ? What exactly does that mean ? We frequently receive questions and comments on SOE’s, below is a plain language explanation. Your municipal OEM, County OEM or the Governor can declare a State of Emergency … Continue reading

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