Department of Emergency Management

Laurel Roberts, Interim Director

The City's Department of Emergency Management serves as the City of Tulsa's central coordinating entity for preparedness, mitigation, response, recovery, continuity of government, and resilience planning within Tulsa proper. 

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Maintaining emergency operations plans
• Conducting hazard assessments
• Coordinating response activities during disasters
• Ensuring the continued operation of Tulsa's outdoor warning sirens, which includes direct oversight of contracts with vendors and contractors
• Working with Tulsa County and regional partners
• Pursuing grant opportunities; and
• Strengthening public preparedness through education and outreach

Keep Up to Date on Current Weather or Emergency Response

• Learn About the Emergency Siren System
• Executive Order Creating the Department of Emergency Management