Bryan County

Bryan County Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

The Bryan County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is the command hub during emergencies and natural disasters. Coordinated by the Bryan County Emergency Management Agency (BEMA), the EOC leads the county’s response efforts in collaboration with other departments and partner agencies. It ensures resources are deployed efficiently and that vital information reaches both the public and emergency responders.

The Emergency Operations Center (EOC) scales its activation based on the size, scope, and complexity of an incident. As an event escalates, additional staff and resources may be activated to coordinate response, manage resources, communicate with the public, support elected officials, and request outside assistance.

Levels of Activation

• Level 3 (GREEN) – Normal Operations
  Day-to-day monitoring. BEMA tracks events and reports to the appropriate responders as needed. Includes 2 Operational Conditions:
  • OPCON 5 – Preparedness Activities
  • OPCON 4 – Enhanced Monitoring

• Level 2 (YELLOW) – Partial Activation
  ESF coordinators and BEMA staff are activated. This level is used when an event is anticipated that may require additional coordination of resources and response efforts. Operational Conditions that can occur during this time:
  • OPCON 4 – Enhanced Monitoring (continued)
  • OPCON 3 – Alerting & Strategic Planning

• Level 1 (RED) – Full Activation
  All ESFs and support stakeholders are activated. Staffing may include 24-hour operations with all general ICS positions filled, as well as subject matter experts from agencies and partner organizations. Operational Conditions that can occur during this time:
  • OPCON 3 – Alerting & Strategic Planning (continued)
  • OPCON 2 – Readiness & Staging
  • OPCON 1 – Final Staging

Operating around the clock during major events, the EOC is dedicated to maintaining public safety, managing relief efforts, and supporting long-term recovery throughout the community. Please check back here for regular updates on the EOC’s actions and official guidance during emergency situations.