Community Planning and Risk Reduction

Understanding local hazards is an important part of building a safer, more resilient community. The Tennessee Emergency Management Authority works with local governments, emergency management agencies, community partners, businesses, and residents to identify risks, support emergency planning, and reduce the impacts of future disasters.

Explore the resources below to learn about hazards that may affect your community and the programs that support preparedness, risk reduction, and long-term resilience.

Floodplain Management

Learn how Tennessee supports the National Flood Insurance Program and helps communities understand flood risk, manage development, and reduce flood damage.

Hazardous Materials

Explore resources for chemical emergency planning, reporting, and community preparedness.

Oak Ridge Emergency Preparedness

Learn about emergency planning, alerts, and protective actions for communities near the Oak Ridge Reservation.

Hazard Mitigation

Learn how planning and projects can reduce long-term risks to people, property, and infrastructure.

Nuclear Power

Find emergency planning information and preparedness resources for communities near nuclear power plants.