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]About EMO
The Yukon Government, through the Emergency Measures Organization (EMO), is responsible for coordinating the territory's preparedness for, response to, and recovery from, major emergencies and disasters. Historically, emergency situations in Yukon have involved fire, flood, power failures, toxic spills and extreme weather, although other hazards exist. As the territorial authority for emergency preparedness, it is incumbent upon EMO to provide leadership to ensure that the appropriate contingency plans are in place to deal with foreseeable risks and hazards. To aid in the accomplishment of this mandate, Yukon EMO is divided into 13 geographical preparedness areas, mirroring the RCMP detachment boundaries.
Eight of these areas have incorporated Municipalities that have appointed a Municipal EMO Coordinator to chair the local Emergency Planning Committee. In the remaining areas, the Emergency Measures Organization, in consultation with the local community, appoints an appropriate coordinator.