Emergency Management

Douglas J. Vornlocker, Director  

The duties of the Somerset County Office of Emergency Management include the following:

• Emergency Management Planning
• Emergency Services Training Academy
• Hazardous Materials Response Team
• County Emergency Response Team (CERT)
• County Animal Response Team (CART)
• Search and Rescue Team (SAR)
• National Incident Management System Compliance
• Fire Coordination
• EMS Coordination

PLEASE READ BEFORE CONTACTING EmergencyMgmt@co.somerset.nj.us:

 We are currently experiencing a high volume of emails, resource requests, and general inquiries related to COVID-19. In order to ensure a timely response please take note of the following:

Resource Requests / Inquiries:

• If you are a private business, healthcare facility or similar entity, you MUST follow through on your typical procurement process.
• If you are unable to procure needed items, your request must be routed to your Municipal Office of Emergency Management.

 PPE Donations:

• The County is currently accepting donated items Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm @ 410 Roycefield Road, Hillsborough 08844
• Link to press release: https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/Home/Components/News/News/3690/17

Individuals seeking volunteer opportunities:

•  Please send an email to EmergencyMgmt@co.somerset.nj.us and provide your name and the municipality you reside in. Please also provide any information regarding your training or experience.

Somerset County Conference Resources:

2020 Conference - Save The Date

2019 Conference Overview

2019 Resource Guide

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