Located at the Town Hall, the Office of Emergency Management is responsible for the review of and adjustments to the Town Emergency Plan as filed with the State Office of Emergency Management. The Emergency Management Director receives and disseminates information from the State Office of Emergency Management concerning impending emergencies, such as severe weather, terrorism alerts, and other situations that may affect the Town of Ellington and its citizens. The Town's Safety and Health Committee is overseen by this Office, as well.
Call 866-HLS-TIPS (866-457-8477) to report a tip or view the Terrorism Tips Poster for more information.
Disaster Preparedness for Home & Community
Recent natural disasters has led the Capitol Region of Governments of Connecticut to create a website designed to educate people how to be aware, plan, and prepare for natural and man-made disasters. This website can help you learn about hazards that threaten our community, help you make plans to reunite, communicate, take shelter or evacuate with your family in the event of a disaster, or learn how to assemble and store an emergency kit.