Public Health and Medical Preparedness

The Florida Department of Health in Monroe County works to enhance the public health and medical preparedness efforts in Monroe County. We partner with the local healthcare systems, emergency management, government and the community on preparedness and response to natural and man-made disasters. Preparedness efforts focus on developing critical capabilities necessary for effective disaster response to keep the community safe and minimize loss.

All staff members of the Florida Department of Health in Monroe County have been trained in emergency management procedures and assigned roles in the Incident Command Structure in the event of any natural or manmade emergency or disaster impacting the Florida Keys.