Disasters can happen to anyone, anywhere, at anytime. Preparing for a disaster is part of taking responsibility for yourself and maintaining your independence. Although many disasters come with little to no warning, if you prepare now, you will be able to take protective actions prior to and during the disaster, of which may make the response process much easier.
City of Amarillo/Potter/Randall Emergency Management officials may recommend an evacuation or sheltering in place of specific areas of the city or counties for reasons that include but are not limited to: natural disasters such as a fire, flood, man-made incident, rail or highway accidents or a technological disaster such as a hazardous materials release or a radiation incident.
The Special Needs registry is a voluntary registry program that provides evacuation assistance to residents during such times. Evacuation assistance may be provided to the evacuation location for those that are registered. First responders may use the registry information during search and rescue operations.
Residents of Amarillo, Potter County and Randall County may register by completing the Special Needs Registry Form. Registration forms are available at designated location(s) throughout the city and counties. You may also register by calling 806-378-3000 or completing a form online at the City of Amarillo website: www.amarillo.gov
