The Emergency Management Division leads St. Lucie County’s efforts in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. Division staff are responsible for coordinating plans, training, and exercises with local government agencies, non-profit partners, and private sector stakeholders to ensure a unified and effective approach to emergencies. Taking an all-hazards strategy, the team also conducts public outreach and education to help residents prepare for hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and other hazards.

When not actively managing an emergency, Emergency Management staff focus on program development, interagency coordination, grant administration, and long-term resilience planning.

The St. Lucie County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is a secure, hardened facility designed to support coordinated response efforts during emergencies and disasters. When activated, the EOC houses representatives from public safety agencies, municipalities, utility providers, internal departments, volunteer organizations, private businesses, media outlets, and other essential partners. Emergency Management staff facilitate communication and operational coordination from the EOC, working in close collaboration with local municipalities, surrounding counties, and state and federal agencies to ensure an effective, integrated response.