DHSEM Update: April 2016

The Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management's DHSEM Update for April 2016 is available to read or download.  This issue includes the following information:
New MARS website


  • DHSEM Launches New Mitigation and Recovery Website
  • DHSEM Grant Information and Updates
  • FEMA Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide
  • Kudos and Job Well Done Items
  • Job and Volunteer Announcements
  • Educational Resources
  • Training and Exercise Information

Colorado Daily Status Report April 29, 2016



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Alerts/Warnings
National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
Day to Day
Current Disasters/Large Incidents
No incidents requiring State support.

To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 29, 2016

Colorado Daily Status Report April 26, 2016


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Alerts/Warnings
National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
Day to Day
Current Disasters/Large Incidents

No incidents requiring State support.

To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 26, 2016

DHSEM External Partner Survey Open

DHSEM invites you to complete the Annual DHSEM External Partner Survey. We would like to hear how we did in 2015 in meeting your needs, expectations, and how well our staff supported you during the year.

Please use this link to help us as your partner in homeland security and emergency management throughout Colorado:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DHSEMExternalCustomer2015

The survey will remain open through Friday, April 29, 2016 at 5 p.m.

If you have any problems accessing the survey, please contact Micki Trost at micki.trost@state.co.us

Colorado Daily Status Report April 25, 2016


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Alerts/Warnings
National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
Day to Day
Current Disasters/Large Incidents

No incidents requiring State support.
To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 25, 2016

Colorado Daily Status Report April 22, 2016



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Alerts/Warnings
National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
Day to Day
Current Disasters/Large Incidents
No incidents requiring State support.

To read the Colorado Daily Status Report for April 22, 2016

Map for 2016 April Storm

2016 April Storm Public Information Map

The map below will be updated throughout the 2016 April Storm to share information on active emergency operations centers, shelters, and other information that will be helpful to people impacted by this weather system.



State EOC Updates

The State EOC is currently virtually activated to coordinate resources and support local jurisdictions impacted by the statewide weather system.

April 16, 2016 Update 5 p.m.

  • State EOC virtually activated at Level III at 6 p.m. and will continue virtual support on Sunday, April 17, 2016.
  • No requests for state assistance.
  • All local emergency operations centers (EOCs) transitioning to virtual activations.
    • Shelter in Falcon has been closed.

    April 16, 2016 Update 8 a.m.

    • State EOC activated at Level II.
    • No requests for state assistance.
    • Governor has authorized the Colorado National Guard to respond if requested by local jurisdiction.
    • 9 local emergency operations centers (EOCs) activated.
      • Boulder County EOC
      • DIA EOC
      • Douglas County EOC
      • El Paso County EOC
      • Fort Collins EOC
      • Jefferson County EOC
      • City of Lakewood EOC
      • Larimer County EOC
      • City of Loveland EOC
    • Numerous other local EOCs virtually activated or monitoring.
    • 1 shelter open in Falcon.

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 16, 2016

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    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Level 2
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents
    April Winter Storm: CO-COEM-1004

    No current requests for state assistance
    To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 16, 2016

    State EOC Activates at 12 p.m. to Support April Storm

    State EOC Update

    The Colorado State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activates at 12 p.m. today to support local jurisdictions with resource requests and information needs due to a statewide weather system impacting the state.

     State EOC Objectives

    1. Monitor weather conditions across the State and  FEMA Region VII.
    2. Establish and maintain situational awareness by staying in contact with local jurisdictions and other response agencies.
    3. Be prepared to provide resources to local jurisdictions upon request through proper process in an effort to conduct a coordinated State-level response.
    4. Ensure all resource request documentation is accurate, complete, and understandable.
    5. Assist in the development and coordination of State-level messaging and provide support to local Joint Information Centers, as necessary.
    6. Be prepared to initiate State - level response for incidents or events outside of impacted areas

    Information Sources

    The State EOC will be sharing information on the platforms listed below.  We also suggest bookmarking or following your local public safety or government accounts for updates.   Please note that you do not need a Twitter or Facebook account to access the information posted on these platforms. You can read the updates by clicking on the website links provided below.

    Incident and Event Information

     Community Preparedness and Safety Tips

    DHSEM Preparing State EOC for Activation

    The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) will activate at 12 p.m. today  in response to the developing weather system across the State. We will be activating at Level II.  This means that primary DHSEM staff actively monitor the on-going incident. Command and General Staff will occupy positions in the SEOC. Selected State agency representatives are in the SEOC. Notification is made to all remaining State agencies and other support organizations to be on stand – by for activation.

    It is anticipated this activation will occur throughout the weekend and possibly into early next week. However, actual operational periods and shifts will be determined as the weather system develops.


    WebEOC Login and Password Support

    Stakeholders supporting at the local and state levels should login to WebEOC to monitor current information.  If you have forgotten you password please click the link highlighted in the photo below.  There is a tool on the sign in screen to provide password reset assistance.  This will provide immediate assistance.

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    Colorado Daily Status Report April 15, 2016


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    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents

    No incidents requiring State support.
    To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 15, 2016

    Public Comment Open for Draft Colorado Credential Documents

    The Colorado Credential Committee is requesting your agency to review and provide feedback on the proposed credential documents.  The committee has finished draft documents for the Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) listed below.

    Public Comment Survey

    If your agency would like to support the public comment survey please download the ESF credential packet or packets  that you would to share feedback on as you will need to reference line numbers if an edit is suggested.

    Survey Link:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COCredentialing
    The survey will remain open until April 28, 2016.

    Please contact Jeremy Utter, Colorado Credential Committee Coordinator, with any questions.

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 14, 2016

    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents

    No incidents requiring State support
    To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 14, 2016.

    April 2016 DHSEM Mitigation and Recovery Program Report

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    The April 2016 DHSEM Mitigation and Recovery Program Report is now available to view or download. 

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 13, 2016


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    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents
    No incidents requiring State support.
    To read the Colorado Daily Status Report for April 13, 2016

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 12, 2016


    Daily Status image

    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents

    No incidents requiring State support.
    To read the Colorado Daily Status Report for April 12, 2016

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 6, 2016



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    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents
    No incidents requiring State support.

    To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 6, 2016

    Colorado Daily Status Report April 5, 2016

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    Alerts/Warnings
    National Terrorism Advisory System: No Current Alerts | Bulletin
    State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Status
    Day to Day
    Current Disasters/Large Incidents
    No incidents requiring State support.

    To read Colorado Daily Status Report for April 5, 2016