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Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Helping Connecticut Before, During, and After an Emergency
The Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) provides a coordinated, integrated program for statewide emergency management and homeland security, including coordination of the state response to emergencies, strategic and operational all-hazards planning; community preparedness; exercise and training; and grants planning and program management.
Explore this page to find programs, services, and helpful links for DEMHS.
Browse DEMHS topics A to Z
Prepare yourself for emergencies in CT
Stay Informed
Keep up-to-date on CT emergency alerts. Download apps, such as CT Prepares and CT Safe. Sign up for alerts through CT Alert, and find helpful resources through Connecticut 2-1-1. Find social media pages, weather radio, and more.
Find resources for CT emergency situations
Summer Weather Awareness
Summer is a beautiful time of year in Connecticut with opportunities for summer fun on the Connecticut shoreline, in the mountains of Litchfield County, or at the many lakes, rivers and streams across the state. With summer weather comes the risk for severe weather such as flooding, severe storms and tornadoes, hurricanes, tropical storms, and extreme heat. The pages within this section will help you prepare your home, family, and business for potentially severe summer weather while living in or visiting Connecticut.
Summer Weather Awareness
Summer season, image of lighthouse
News and Announcements
Find important news and announcements for Emergency Management and Homeland Security. Stay up to date on what’s going on in the division, such as state of emergency announcements, burn bans, disaster resources, hiring, and more.
Explore news and announcements
Most Popular
Find important information and helpful links from DEMHS.
CERT Activation Request Form
Fill out the CERT activation request form for your team. This form is good for training, emergency, and pre-planned events.
Cyber Incident Reporting Guide
Get helpful information on reporting a cyber incident in Connecticut. Learn the different types of cyber incidents, when to report, and who to contact.
Report a Homeland Security Tip
Help keep CT safe by reporting suspicious activity to Homeland Security. Fill out a report, call the tip line, or report suspicious activity through the CT Safe app.
CT Hurricane Maps
Coastal Connecticut is prone to flooding. Check the sea, lake, and overland surge from hurricane (SLOSH) maps for your town.
Resources for Individuals
Prepare yourself for an emergency. Find information for hazard preparations, a guide for alerts and warnings, volunteer info, and more.
State Response Framework
Find detailed information on how the State prepares and gets ready for emergencies, such as big storms or other disasters.
WebEOC
WebEOC is a web-based emergency management information system used by the State of Connecticut to document routine and emergency events/incidents. WebEOC provides a real-time common operating picture and resource request management tool for emergency managers.
TVTP
Targeted violence terrorism prevention involves a multifaceted approach to protect communities from threats posed by individuals or groups with the intent to cause harm. DEMHS, as the lead state agency for coordinating emergency management and response statewide to disasters and incidents, is committed to preventing and protecting the state from acts of violence and terrorism and engaging with the whole community of stakeholders to achieve its mission.
Get to know DEMHS
Emergency Management
Emergency Management coordinates with state, local, federal, the public, and more to keep Connecticut safe in emergency situations. We create and implement statewide emergency management programs, including planning, preparedness, public education, response, recovery, and mitigation.
Emergency Management Home
Homeland Security: CT Intelligence Center (CTIC)
The Connecticut Intelligence Center (CTIC) serves as the homeland security component within DEMHS. We’re here to help the people of CT and prevent a homeland security threat or situation. We also help with suspicious activity reporting, preventing terrorist attacks, cybersecurity threats, and more.
Learn more about CT Homeland Security
Programs and services
Get training information, communication details, detailed plans, and more for CT DEMHS.
Community preparedness
Find ways to keep your community safe during any emergency. You can also find information on state and federally funded programs.
DEMHS Regional offices
Get emergency management and Homeland Security information for your specific CT region. Find a list of regional points of contact and their contact info.
Disaster recovery
Disaster recovery helps to rebuild communities, homes, businesses, schools, and more after a disaster occurs. Learn about disaster recovery programs and resources.
Grants and funding opportunities
Find funding, grants, and financial resources for emergency management and Homeland Security. Get program information, eligibility requirements, resources, application forms, and more.
Hazard mitigation
Hazard mitigation works to reduce the impacts of disasters and protect lives and properties. Find information on hazard mitigation programs, resources, and planning.
Interoperable and emergency communications
Collaborate with stakeholders, public officials, and emergency responders to communicate and share data during emergency situations.
Planning resources for all hazards
Plan for all man-made and natural disasters. Find resources, plans, publications, and more for state, regional, and local agencies.
Training and exercise
Check out the calendar for DEMHS courses, such as school security, WebEOC, Citizen Corps, emergency preparedness, and more.
Urban Search and Rescue
Urban Search and Rescue helps to locate, rescue, and provide immediate medical attention to victims after a natural or manmade disaster.
CT Hurricane zones
Know your zone
Find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, what the hazards are, and how to prepare. Explore interactive maps, sign up for alerts, and download apps to help you in the case of a hurricane.
Learn more about CT hurricane zones >
Contact DEMHS
Get in touch with DEMHS
Contact DEMHS to get more information on Connecticut’s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
Address:
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown CT 06457
Phone Number:
860-685-8531
Contact Us
Helpful resources
DEMHS resources
About DEMHS
Emergency fact sheets and resources
External weather updates
Legal resources
News and announcements
Plans and publications
Reports and forms
State agencies and external resources
American Red Cross
Connecticut 2-1-1
Connecticut State Police
Department of Agriculture
Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Department of Public Health
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Ready.gov
Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457
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Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Helping Connecticut Before, During, and After an Emergency
The Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) provides a coordinated, integrated program for statewide emergency management and homeland security, including coordination of the state response to emergencies, strategic and operational all-hazards planning; community preparedness; exercise and training; and grants planning and program management.
Explore this page to find programs, services, and helpful links for DEMHS.
Browse DEMHS topics A to Z
Prepare yourself for emergencies in CT
Stay Informed
Keep up-to-date on CT emergency alerts. Download apps, such as CT Prepares and CT Safe. Sign up for alerts through CT Alert, and find helpful resources through Connecticut 2-1-1. Find social media pages, weather radio, and more.
Find resources for CT emergency situations
Summer Weather Awareness
Summer is a beautiful time of year in Connecticut with opportunities for summer fun on the Connecticut shoreline, in the mountains of Litchfield County, or at the many lakes, rivers and streams across the state. With summer weather comes the risk for severe weather such as flooding, severe storms and tornadoes, hurricanes, tropical storms, and extreme heat. The pages within this section will help you prepare your home, family, and business for potentially severe summer weather while living in or visiting Connecticut.
Summer Weather Awareness
Summer season, image of lighthouse
News and Announcements
Find important news and announcements for Emergency Management and Homeland Security. Stay up to date on what’s going on in the division, such as state of emergency announcements, burn bans, disaster resources, hiring, and more.
Explore news and announcements
Most Popular
Find important information and helpful links from DEMHS.
CERT Activation Request Form
Fill out the CERT activation request form for your team. This form is good for training, emergency, and pre-planned events.
Cyber Incident Reporting Guide
Get helpful information on reporting a cyber incident in Connecticut. Learn the different types of cyber incidents, when to report, and who to contact.
Report a Homeland Security Tip
Help keep CT safe by reporting suspicious activity to Homeland Security. Fill out a report, call the tip line, or report suspicious activity through the CT Safe app.
CT Hurricane Maps
Coastal Connecticut is prone to flooding. Check the sea, lake, and overland surge from hurricane (SLOSH) maps for your town.
Resources for Individuals
Prepare yourself for an emergency. Find information for hazard preparations, a guide for alerts and warnings, volunteer info, and more.
State Response Framework
Find detailed information on how the State prepares and gets ready for emergencies, such as big storms or other disasters.
WebEOC
WebEOC is a web-based emergency management information system used by the State of Connecticut to document routine and emergency events/incidents. WebEOC provides a real-time common operating picture and resource request management tool for emergency managers.
TVTP
Targeted violence terrorism prevention involves a multifaceted approach to protect communities from threats posed by individuals or groups with the intent to cause harm. DEMHS, as the lead state agency for coordinating emergency management and response statewide to disasters and incidents, is committed to preventing and protecting the state from acts of violence and terrorism and engaging with the whole community of stakeholders to achieve its mission.
Get to know DEMHS
Emergency Management
Emergency Management coordinates with state, local, federal, the public, and more to keep Connecticut safe in emergency situations. We create and implement statewide emergency management programs, including planning, preparedness, public education, response, recovery, and mitigation.
Emergency Management Home
Homeland Security: CT Intelligence Center (CTIC)
The Connecticut Intelligence Center (CTIC) serves as the homeland security component within DEMHS. We’re here to help the people of CT and prevent a homeland security threat or situation. We also help with suspicious activity reporting, preventing terrorist attacks, cybersecurity threats, and more.
Learn more about CT Homeland Security
Programs and services
Get training information, communication details, detailed plans, and more for CT DEMHS.
Community preparedness
Find ways to keep your community safe during any emergency. You can also find information on state and federally funded programs.
DEMHS Regional offices
Get emergency management and Homeland Security information for your specific CT region. Find a list of regional points of contact and their contact info.
Disaster recovery
Disaster recovery helps to rebuild communities, homes, businesses, schools, and more after a disaster occurs. Learn about disaster recovery programs and resources.
Grants and funding opportunities
Find funding, grants, and financial resources for emergency management and Homeland Security. Get program information, eligibility requirements, resources, application forms, and more.
Hazard mitigation
Hazard mitigation works to reduce the impacts of disasters and protect lives and properties. Find information on hazard mitigation programs, resources, and planning.
Interoperable and emergency communications
Collaborate with stakeholders, public officials, and emergency responders to communicate and share data during emergency situations.
Planning resources for all hazards
Plan for all man-made and natural disasters. Find resources, plans, publications, and more for state, regional, and local agencies.
Training and exercise
Check out the calendar for DEMHS courses, such as school security, WebEOC, Citizen Corps, emergency preparedness, and more.
Urban Search and Rescue
Urban Search and Rescue helps to locate, rescue, and provide immediate medical attention to victims after a natural or manmade disaster.
CT Hurricane zones
Know your zone
Find out if you live in a hurricane evacuation zone, what the hazards are, and how to prepare. Explore interactive maps, sign up for alerts, and download apps to help you in the case of a hurricane.
Learn more about CT hurricane zones >
Contact DEMHS
Get in touch with DEMHS
Contact DEMHS to get more information on Connecticut’s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
Address:
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown CT 06457
Phone Number:
860-685-8531
Contact Us
Helpful resources
DEMHS resources
About DEMHS
Emergency fact sheets and resources
External weather updates
Legal resources
News and announcements
Plans and publications
Reports and forms
State agencies and external resources
American Red Cross
Connecticut 2-1-1
Connecticut State Police
Department of Agriculture
Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Department of Public Health
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Ready.gov
Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection
1111 Country Club Road
Middletown, CT 06457