NDResponse is the state’s one-stop-shop for communicating timely and accurate information to citizens during emergencies and disasters. As the state coordinating agency during disasters and emergencies, NDDES is a significant contributing agency to NDResponse.
Our skilled and committed staff have shown they are dedicated to our agency’s vision of providing a safe, secure and resilient North Dakota. Throughout this report, you will see highlights of the tremendous work that the Homeland Security Division does to make a difference in the lives of North Dakota’s citizens.
NDDES and the State Hazard Mitigation Team, comprised of over 100 public and private organizations, recently conducted a risk assessment and identified actions necessary to lessen the impacts of hazards and threats to North Dakotans, updating the plan accordingly. This update reflects the continuous evolution of monitoring and response to changing threats and hazards in the State of North Dakota.
Disasters can impact underserved populations disproportionately. Intentionally leading with an equitable approach better allows emergency management to protect the whole community, creating a more resilient North Dakota.
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PUBLIC NOTICE: FEMA issues Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Improvement of Utility Systems in North Dakota
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 01:00 pm
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has prepared a Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for utility projects that restore function and mitigate impacts from severe weather, flooding, wildfire, and other natural hazards within the State of North Dakota.
North Dakota Battles Historic Wildfires
Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 03:00 pm
Local, state, tribal, and federal fire response continues through a historic fire situation in North Dakota, where damage includes one loss of life and another serious injury.
Six North Dakota Medical Professionals Deploy to North Carolina
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Categories: Press ReleaseFive nurses and one paramedic from the North Dakota Medical Reserve Corps deployed to North Carolina today to help individuals and communities recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
North Dakota Receives 7.5 Million Dollars in Homeland Security Grants
Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 08:00 am
Categories: Press ReleaseThe North Dakota Department of Emergency Services Homeland Security Division recently received federal funding through the FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant and FY 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Programs to further secure our state and citizens from terrorist attacks.
Pembina County Transitions 911 Services to State Radio
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 08:00 am
Categories: Press ReleasePembina County has become the 26th North Dakota county to receive 911 services and dispatching through State Radio.
