The Director of Emergency Management for Montgomery County is Jim Miller. The Montgomery County Emergency Management Department exists to help citizens and local governments prepare for, respond to and recover from all types of emergencies and disasters, (natural, technological and National Security.) The office of Emergency Management hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The telephone number is 620-330-1260.E-Mail: Jim Miller

The comprehensive evacuation plan for Independence has not been completed. If an evacuation of Independence is necessary, the Independence Police and Fire Departments, along with city and county officials, will notify and assist the citizens of Independence as best they can. However, keep in mind that resources may be limited.

Until a comprehensive evacuation plan is developed, it is strongly suggested that all Independence residences plan ahead for an orderly evacuation. This is especially important for those without cars, the handicapped, and residents of nursing and assisted living facilities.

Families should plan ahead so that if the family is separated, each member knows where to meet. A common contact point outside of Independence should be established. To assist you in doing this, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published several helpful brochures. It is strongly suggested that each family download, print, and review the following brochures: Emergency Supply List( pdf 209KB) Family Emergency Plan( pdf 645KB) Preparing Makes Sense Brochure(16 pages - pdf 802KB) Preparing Makes Sense Flyer( 2 pages - pdf 1.3MB)

More information is available on-line at: www.ready.gov