Emergency and Bio-terrorism Preparedness

The Columbia/ Boone County Health Department is an integral part of Federal, State and local planning initiatives to prepare for man-made and natural disasters.  In the event of a nuclear, chemical, or biological attack; or an accidental or natural occurrence, the Health Department serves key functions in the detection and investigation of the incident and in assisting and protecting those affected.

For Emergencies and Disease Reporting call the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services toll-free (24 hours a day - 7 days a week): 1-800-392-0272

Local Information and Resources:

• Pandemic Flu Response Plan:
  Updated November, 2006 - view plan
• Smallpox preparedness
• Emergency Management - City of Columbia
• Local Homeland Security
• Columbia Fire Department
• Communicable Disease Prevention
• Volunteer for the Strategic National Stockpile Program: assist in the distribution of vaccines and other antidotes in the event of a terrorist attack or natural biological disaster.
• Volunteer for the Medical Reserve Corps: The Medical Reserve Corps provides an opportunity for volunteers with medical skills, mental health skills, and a variety of other specialties to provide support during public health emergency in Columbia/Boone County. Read more at Medical_Reserve_Corp

Want to learn more about emergency preparedness? Visit our external website directory!

Return to the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services Homepage

Go911