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The Health and Safety Act of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (Title 35) directs that the Township establish a local Emergency Management Organization in accordance with the plan and program of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).  Accordingly, the North Huntingdon Township Emergency Management Organization is established in order to accomplish the following Mission:

•     To reduce the vulnerability of Township residents and their properties to injury, damage and loss resulting from natural or man-made disasters;
•     to coordinate and manage the prompt and efficient rescue, care and treatment of persons threatened or victimized by disaster;
•     to coordinate and manage the rapid and orderly restoration of vital services to Township residents and businesses following disasters;
•     to coordinate and manage the rapid recovery from disasters by Township residents and businesses;
•     to effectively educate the public regarding their responsibilities in preparing for and responding to disasters affecting their homes, businesses and the Township.