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WHAT IS A DRC?

WHAT IS A DRC?. A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is a jointly operated Federal/State/Local facility intended to provide a single site where those suffering the effects of a disaster can apply for assistance. Decision Making Process/Notification. Disaster happens (Natural or Man-Made)

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WHAT IS A DRC?

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  1. WHAT IS A DRC?

  2. A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) is a jointly operated Federal/State/Local facility intended to provide a single site where those suffering the effects of a disaster can apply for assistance.

  3. Decision Making Process/Notification • Disaster happens • (Natural or Man-Made) • Local municipality County • State Governor declares a disaster • After recommendation from the Federal and State Coordinating Officers, the PEMA Director decides to open a DRC.

  4. Decision Making/Notification Process…Continued • PEMA notifies the County Emergency Management Agency of the decision to open a DRC and requests location of a suitable facility and assistance in opening the DRC. Schools and churches should be avoided if possible.

  5. Location and Building Specs • Location must be convenient for victims • Size: Approx. 40 X 70 ft. • Meets ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) requirements (access and restrooms) • Adequate Parking • Bldg. Security Luzerne County Community College

  6. FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center FEMA

  7. Set-Up Needs Tables/Chairs Phone/Fax Lines Internet Access Smoke Alarms/Fire Extinguishers Evacuation Floor Plan (posted) Trash Cans Toilet Paper/Paper Towels Custodial Service HVAC System Works Properly Electrical System to support efforts Computers, Fax Machines, Printers, Copiers, Laptops Water For Staff and Visitors Signs

  8. Who Staffs the DRC? FEDERAL LEVEL • FEMA MANAGER • FEMA Staff • Small Business Administration • Internal Revenue Service • Social Security • Veterans Affairs • US Dept. of Housing & Urban Development

  9. Who Staffs the DRC? STATE LEVEL • PEMA MANAGER • PEMA Staff • PennDOT • Dept. of Revenue • Dept. of Public Welfare • Dept. of Aging • Dept. of Labor & Industry • PA Conservation Corps

  10. Who Staffs the DRC? STATE LEVEL (cont.) • PEMA MANAGER • Dept. of Environmental Protection • Public Utilities Commission • Dept. of Insurance • Dept. Community & Economic Development • Dept. of Agriculture • Dept. of Health

  11. Who Staffs the DRC? COUNTY LEVEL • County EMA • Public Health • Crisis Counselors • BAR Association • Elected Officials • VOAD Groups • Public Services

  12. Who Staffs the DRC? COUNTY (cont.) • Emergency Services • County Extension Office • County Housing Authority • Co. Dept. of Economic Development • Dept. of Human Services (Behavioral Health, Area Agency on Aging, and Personal Care Homes)

  13. The Disaster Recovery Center Disaster Unemployment Crisis Counseling Temporary Housing Tetanus/Hep B Vaccinations Replacement of Driver’s License Well Water Test Kit Clean-up Help Utility Problems SBA Loan Replacement of birth/death certificates Tax Assistance Legal Advice Animal Safety

  14. Questions? Contact Information: Darlene E. Bracken Emergency Management Specialist Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency 276 Stormer Road Indiana, PA 15701 724-357-2990 or 0106 dbracken@state.pa.us http://www.pema.state.pa.us/

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