Orting emergency manager outlines NIMS training, hazard plans and evacuation limits in study-session briefing

Feb 19, 2025

The city's emergency manager described a COOP update, Pierce County hazard mitigation work, NIMS training plans, and acknowledged evacuation limitations due to single-road access and potential gridlock.

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The new Orting emergency management coordinator presented a detailed update to the council on Feb. 19 about disaster-preparedness planning, training and coordination with regional partners. The coordinator described updates to the city’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP), participation in the East Pierce Interlocal Coalition (EPIC) and a county five-year hazard mitigation update.

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