Lyon County, MN

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Lyon County Emergency Management

Lyon County Emergency Manager: Tammy VanOverbeke

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Phone: (507) 929-6615
Address: 611 West Main Street Marshall, MN 56258

What is Emergency Management?

The process and activities of preventing, mitigation the effects of, protecting against, responding to, and recovering from all threats and hazards. MN State Statute:12.03 (Definition).

Mitigation: Identify hazards and activities to prevent/lessen the impact of a disaster on lives and property.
Preparedness: Assist individuals and communities take steps to be ready for a disaster.
Response: Support and coordinate local agency emergency response activities.
Recovery: Work to restore public services and return the community to normal.

Generalized Emergency Manager Responsibilities:

Coordinating the county government response to the disaster.
Coordinating with any local government(s) affected by and/or responding to the disaster.
Coordinating with any state and/or federal agencies responding to the disaster.
Coordinating with any businesses/industries directly affected by and/or responding to the disaster.
Coordinating, registering, and channeling the service of volunteers.
Generating appropriate public information.

: Emergency Management

All Hazard Mitigation Plan

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Lyon County All Hazard Mitigation Plan - For Review	9807 kB

Tags: Emergency Management, AHMP, All Hazard Mitigation Plan

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Minnesota Residents Affected by Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes and Flooding

WASHINGTON – Minnesota businesses and residents affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from June 15 through July 12, 2018, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Administrator Linda McMahon announced today.

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SBA Disaster Assistance Information	196 kB

Tags: Flooding

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Severe Weather Awareness

Alerts and Warnings. There is always a lot of confusion on terminology. The way that I remember it is that “watches” are just that, watch the time and watch the skies. “Warning” has an “r” in the word. The “r” is for “run, shelter, tornado. Make sure that you understand the difference and know where your safe shelter areas are wherever you are. Severe Weather, Lightning and Hail. The largest cause of injury and death in severe weather is caused by flying and falling debris. If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to hit you. “When it Roars, go Indoors”. Floods. 6” of water reaches the bottom of many cars, causing them to stall or lose control, 1’ of water floats many vehicles, 2’ of rushing water carries away cars, SUV’s and pick-ups. Tornadoes. Make sure that your family has a plan on where the tornado safe area is in your home. If your home does not have a good place (like a mobile home or camper) go immediately to a sturdy structure close by. Have your NOAA Weather Radio ready to go. Extreme Heat. Extreme heat is very dangerous for elderly and small children. Do NOT leave pets, children or elderly persons in a car! Even just a few minutes can be deadly for them. Please contact me at 507 929-6615 or email me at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.if you have any questions, comments or are looking for more information. Also if you know of a group that needs a speaker (free!!!!) please let me know.

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Severe Weather Awareness	259 kB

Tags: Severe Weather

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