Emergency Management Contacts
Robert Scholly, Jr., Emergency Management Coordinator
Rich Worthington, Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
Mark Showmaker, Chief of Emergency Services
The goal of the Lower Moreland Emergency Management Agency is to prepare for, respond to, and help recover from the effects of a large natural or man-made event that may impact the community.
One of the main functions of emergency management is the preparation and maintenance of the township emergency management plan. In Pennsylvania, every local municipality must, by law, develop an emergency operations plan for their jurisdiction. The purpose of this plan is to prescribe the activities that will be taken by the municipal government and other community officials in the event of a disaster to protect the lives and property of its citizens.
Another important function of Emergency Management is to administer programs that are designed to help residents during and after a disaster by proving timely and accurate information, and linking residents with local service organizations who can assist them.
Emergency management personnel also work closely with all of Lower Moreland’s emergency responders to help identify and provide training opportunities for these groups, as well obtain current information from County, State and Federal emergency management.
They also work with the School District, Red Cross, and other local organizations to identify resources for residents to use before a disaster strikes.
Please Note Regarding 911 Calls: If you use a cell phone near one of our border communities, there is a chance your call may end up in Philadelphia or another neighboring community's 911 call center so please identify your location clearly.
Live Wire Safety
To ensure safety around live wires, always treat any fallen or low-hanging power line as if it is live and hazardous. Maintain a distance of at least 30 feet and report the situation by calling 911 and PECO at 1-800-841-4141. Do not touch any downed wire, even if it looks like a different type of cable, as it could be energized if it has fallen across a power line. If your vehicle comes into contact with a downed line, remain inside the car and wait for PECO or emergency services to respond.
Emergency Preparedness
Do you have an emergency evacuation plan? Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know what to do if a disaster affects your area. Put a plan together by discussing the questions below with your family, friends or household to start your emergency plan.
- How will I receive emergency alerts and warnings?
- What is my shelter plan?
- What is my evacuation route?
- What is my family/household communication plan?
- Do I need to update my emergency preparedness kit?
Visit www.ready.gov/plan for more information on creating your emergency plan
Power Outages
Power outages are more likely to occur during severe weather events, such as strong thunderstorms, hurricanes and winter storms, or other natural disasters. In the event of a power outage, we want to remind residents that it is PECO’s responsibility to restore power. If you are experiencing an outage, you can report it on their website or call PECO at 1-800-841-4141. It is important to be prepared for power outages before they happen. Take an inventory of the items you need that rely on electricity. Important items to have during an outage are portable chargers or power banks, flashlights for each family member, and batteries. Local malls and businesses may be used as resources for cooling stations and charging centers.