Emergency Preparedness and Response

Botetourt County Health Department

21 Academy Street
Fincastle, VA 24090

(540) 473-8240

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Who We Are

The mission of the Virginia Department of Health’s Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEP) is to effectively respond to any emergency impacting public health through preparation, collaboration, education, and rapid intervention. The Alleghany Health District Emergency Preparedness and Response (EP&R) involves state, regional, and local emergency response partners working together to enhance readiness response for all hazards, including bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks, and other public health emergencies. Some response measures include:

  • Hazard mitigation planning 
  • Mass prophylaxis dispensing to limit disease transmission
  • Serving as the district liaison for all-hazard emergency preparedness activities

Please visit the website for more details about EP&R.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Botetourt County

Residency Requirements
Services are for the residents of Botetourt County

Available 24/7
No

Intake Process
Most services require an appointment, please call ahead.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes

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