Emergency Management and Continuity Planning

Emergency Management and Continuity Planning maintains the Emergency Management Program Ready UTRGV which aligns with and implements the five mission areas of Emergency Management: Prevention, Protection, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery. 

Prevention

Equipping the campus community with training, resources, and awareness initiatives through ReadyUTRGV to help identify risks early and reduce the likelihood and impact of emergencies.

Protection

Measures and activities taken to prevent or minimize loss of life, property, and the environment.

Mitigation

A proactive approach to reducing potential risks and minimizing the harmful impacts of natural, technological, and human-caused disasters to promote a safer campus community.

Response

Enhancing capabilities through Communication, coordination, and collaboration with stakeholders and partners to prepare and respond to large-scale events, incidents, and disasters.

Recovery

Activities and programs are designed to return to normal conditions, stabilize and restore essential services, and rebuild a safer campus community.