Orange County has a mandatory emergency plan requirement for all healthcare facilities listed above.
Developing disaster plans and finding innovative funding sources for the retrofit of existing community and recreation buildings in mobile home parks to provide on site shelter capabilities. In addition locating additional suitable public shelter space within Orange County is a priority. Other Preparedness Plans including development of downed aircraft, emergency drinking water supply and internal operational plans are ongoing and constantly evolving within Orange County. Grant and technical award writing efforts help to bring both recognition and funding opportunities to the Orange County Office of Emergency Management. Through use of Federal and State funding Orange County has obtained financial Support for mitigation and terrorism related programs.