Our primary responsibilities are to:
- Plan and prepare for pandemics;
- Anticipate and respond to potential emergencies caused by acts of terrorism, including Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear & Explosive;
- Develop plans to protect the citizens of Clayton County in the event of a public health emergency;
- Develop and maintain relationships with local public safety and law enforcement agencies, local public school system, day care centers, hospitals, medical providers, nursing homes, civic and faith-based organizations, businesses and others to assist us with aid to the community in the event of an emergency or disaster;
- Provide public health information related to pandemic influenza, more specifically, preparation for pandemic outbreaks and self care;
- Provide information that can assist individuals, families, and business organizations in preparing for emergencies and disasters; and
- Coordinate and manage the Clayton County public health response to emergencies and disasters.
For more information about emergency preparedness, visit the CDC's Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Web site.
Clayton County Board of Health
Emergency Preparedness and Response Office
1117 Battlecreek Road,
Jonesboro, GA 30236
Phone: (678) 610-7471 Fax: (770) 603-4875
E-mail:dtaylor1@dhr.state.ga.us