Pandemics
For the past several months, there has been a steady of stre
am of news reports about the possibility of a worldwide avian flu pandemic. While Minnetonka has an extremely good all-hazards emergency plan in place, there is no substitute for good individual preparedness for this type of emergency.
Having an emergency plan, a kit, and proper information is critical. The Minnetonka Fire, Emergency Management, and Public/Environmental Health Departments recommend the following sites for further information about pandemics as well as all-hazard preparedness planning:
Flu information
- State of Minnesota bird flu information
- Minnesota Department of Health
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Pandemic Flu site
All-hazard preparedness information
- Ready.gov (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)
- Ready Minnesota
- Businesses in the community should consider this an opportunity to review and update their Continuity of Operations Plans (COOPs), and consider processes for telecommuting and employee absences. Visit the Business Continuity Planners Association for more information.
For more information, contact Minnetonka Fire Department Chief Joe Wallin at 952. 939.8333 or Minnetonka Fire Department Training Chief Jim Flanders at 952.939.8334.
