How APHIS Emergency Response fits into US Efforts
APHIS emergency response efforts make up part of a cohesive government-wide endeavor. This government-wide effort is outlined in the National Response Plan, which establishes a comprehensive all-hazards approach to enhance the ability of the US to manage domestic incidents.
USDA and in turn APHIS's role in the government-wide efforts is outlined in the addendum Emergency Support Function 11 (ESF 11) (PDF; 420kb) .
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The Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS) is a small multi-disciplined staff working to bring over-all APHIS coordination to emergency management and homeland security initiatives undertaken by Agency program components, including the Plant Protection and Quarantine Program (PPQ) and the Veterinary Services (VS) program.
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In March 2003, APHIS updated its Strategic Plan to include “strengthening of emergency preparedness and response” as an Agency strategic mission priority. This mission priority was further updated in March 2005 to include homeland security consideration, “strengthening of emergency and homeland security preparedness and response.”
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APHIS and its partners are thoroughly prepared and uniquely capable of responding to any animal, plant, or all hazards emergency facing the country through:
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OEMHS is divided into two branches (see below). Each branch plays a uniqe role in preparing and assisting APHIS during emergency situations. Learn more about OEMHS' organization structure by view our organizational chart (PDF; 55 kb) or clicking on the "More" button above.
Last Modified: July 8, 2008