What does evacuation mean?
During an emergency or disaster, individuals may be asked to leave their home or business during a natural or man-made disaster that possesses the potential to cause harm or even death to a given geographical population. Evacuations are usually temporarily but can depend on the severity of the disaster.

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1. What is the Office Emergency Management (OEM) responsible for?
2. How do I get information from the Town during a disaster?
3. What type supplies should I keep on hand for emergency situations?
4. What does shelter-in-place mean?
5. How do I find the nearest shelter?
6. What can you expect at a shelter?
7. How do I help a family member, friend or neighbor who needs special assistance?
8. What does evacuation mean?
9. What if I'm told to evacuate?
10. What does a state of emergency mean?
11. Where is Southold's Emergency Management Office located?
12. Is Emergency Management the same as 911?