Emergency Management Columbia County, NY "CCOEM" 
David W. Harrison, Jr - Director |
Matt B. Murell
Chairman Board of Supervisors |
NOTICE March 1, 2022 The NYS Governor lifted the remaining mask mandate in schools. This is in addition to the in-door mask mandate lifted previously. However, there are still certain locations that require masks. Please check beforehand to determine that the location or mode of travel requires a mask. Click Here (For School Masks Guidance NYSDOH)
COLUMBIA COUNTY DOH - IMPORTANT INFORMATION UPDATED JANUARY 4, 2022- COVID-19 ISOLATION AND QUARANTINE; Click Here
CORONAVIRUS TESTING SITES; Click Here
COLUMBIA COUNTY COVID VACCINE PODS; Click Here
COUNTY DOH FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE; The flu vaccine will be offered by appointment only at the regularly scheduled immunization clinic every Tuesday from 1-3:30 p.m. at Columbia County Department of Health at 325 Columbia Street, Hudson. An evening immunization clinic is also available on the third Tuesday of each month from 4-6 p.m. All clinics are by appointment only. The flu vaccine is the best protection we have from the flu and its complication, and has become even more critical in the time of COVID-19. Talk to your doctor before getting the flu shot if you have ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs or a previous flu shot, or have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The DOH accepts the following insurance plans: Blue Shield of North East New York, CDPHP, Fidelis, Medicare Part B, MVP, Medicaid, and United Health Care. Other senior plans may be billed, including some Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible for a lower fee or no fee for the flu vaccine. All others are expected to pay a fee of $42 for the flu vaccine, with the exact cash amount or checks accepted. Debit or credit cards are not accepted.
COLUMBIA COUNTY DOH - IMPORTANT INFORMATION UPDATED JANUARY 4, 2022- COVID-19 ISOLATION AND QUARANTINE; Click Here
CORONAVIRUS TESTING SITES; Click Here
COLUMBIA COUNTY COVID VACCINE PODS; Click Here
COUNTY DOH FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE; The flu vaccine will be offered by appointment only at the regularly scheduled immunization clinic every Tuesday from 1-3:30 p.m. at Columbia County Department of Health at 325 Columbia Street, Hudson. An evening immunization clinic is also available on the third Tuesday of each month from 4-6 p.m. All clinics are by appointment only. The flu vaccine is the best protection we have from the flu and its complication, and has become even more critical in the time of COVID-19. Talk to your doctor before getting the flu shot if you have ever had a serious allergic reaction to eggs or a previous flu shot, or have a history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome. The DOH accepts the following insurance plans: Blue Shield of North East New York, CDPHP, Fidelis, Medicare Part B, MVP, Medicaid, and United Health Care. Other senior plans may be billed, including some Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible for a lower fee or no fee for the flu vaccine. All others are expected to pay a fee of $42 for the flu vaccine, with the exact cash amount or checks accepted. Debit or credit cards are not accepted.
About Us ...
CCEMO STAFF
Director - David Harrison Jr Deputy Director - Henry Swartz Deputy Director - Rob Lopez Deputy Director - Mark VanVorst Deputy Director - Bill Hilscher Chaplain & Spiritual Leader Liaison - Warren Dorsch |
Our Mission
~ The mission of the Columbia County Emergency Management Department is to minimize personal injury, loss of life and damage to property and the environment from man-made or natural disasters through mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery; while working with local, state and federal agencies, overseeing operations of the county Emergency Operation Center, all in accordance with the Columbia County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. ~ CONTACT
EMERGENCY - 911 Non-Emergency Phone - 518-828-1212 Physical - Emergency Response & Training Facility - 50 Grandinetti Dr - Ghent - NY - 12075 Mail - 85 Industrial Tract - Hudson - NY - 12534 Email - cceoc@columbiacountyny.com |
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COVID -19 Info Links:
BOS Chairman's Media Releases Columbia Co Department of Health NYS Department of Health US CDC NY Forward NYS Empire Development Weather & Other Links:
National Weather Service - Albany, NY NYS - Prepare for a Disaster Info On Line - Many Languages American Red Cross - Eastern NY Region - Be A Volunteer Emergency Planning Links:
NYS DHSES Office of Emergency Management NYS - Elected Officials Guide to Emergency Management Article 2B of the NYS Executive Law Columbia Co Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Columbia Co Special Needs Registry |
Training:
FULL - July 7 & 8, 2022 - Civilian Response & Casualty Care Train The Trainer (CRCC) - by ALERRT - FREE - FULL October 13, 2022 4pm - 7pm 50 Grandinetti Dr - Ghent - NY - 12075 Emergency Management Certification & Training Course Tier 3 FOR ~ Public Officials - Emergency Services - School Admin - Health Care Leaders Click Here: Course Information Click Here: How To Register REGISTER BY SEPT 22, 2022 HAND SANITIZER
~ Currently, ...NYS is NOT providing free Hand sanitizer ~ Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and as of September 15, 2020, Columbia County Emergency Management has processed requests and/or distributed more than 6,592 one gallon bottles and 36,723 spray bottles of free NYS hand sanitizer to county businesses, non profits, schools and municipalities . 
Columbia County Community Emergency Notification Enrollment - NY ALERT ONLY YOU CAN MAKE SURE you are notified on your cell phone or computer in the event of emergency situations in Columbia County, including evacuation notices, boil water alerts, missing child reports, severe weather and more. Signing up is EASY and FREE! Click on the icon above or go to : www.alert.ny.gov/enroll |