Office of Emergency Management
To report an emergency, call the Manasquan Police at (732) 223-1000 or dial 911
Dave Kircher
Emergency Management Coordinator
Chris Tucker
Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
Mission Statement:
The Office of Emergency Management's purpose is to protect life and property during emergencies by coordinating response activities of municipal and volunteer resources to ensure optimum use. This mission is accomplished through disaster mitigation and preparation activities and emergency response and recovery operations.
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Public Warning Systems:
The Borough's primary public warning is accomplished through use of the Emergency Management Siren System. Current siren locations include the corner of 1 st and Ocean Aves (Sea Watch), 4 th and Main , and in front of the Borough Hall.
The sirens are used in conjunction with the Borough's AM radio Station 1620AM, which broadcasts public service announcements and emergency messages (when appropriate) continuously, 24-hours a day.
If you hear the emergency management sirens, tune to 1620AM on your home or car radio for specific instructions from the Borough of Manasquan.
The emergency management siren system is tested semi-annually, usually at noon on the second Saturday in June and again at noon on the second Saturday in November.
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Emergency Evacuations:
Manasquan, in conjunction with the state and county, has developed an emergency evacuation system that includes plans for coastal flooding and hurricanes. The Mayor, in concert with the Emergency Management Coordinator, has the responsibility to decide on partial or total evacuation.
During such an event, a dditional public warning and evacuation notifications will be broadcast on AM 1620, WJLK-FM 94.3 and WRAT-FM 95.9 radio and by NJ News Channel 12 and Cablevision Channel 53, and may be supplemented with route alerting by police and volunteer emergency responders .
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Be prepared:
Make sure you have a family emergency plan should severe weather cause travel or essential services to be interrupted. Your plan should include basic safety measures, emergency phone numbers and plans to stay with friends or relatives should an evacuation be ordered.
Have your family learn basic safety measures, such as CPR, and first aid; how and when to turn off utilities in your home and teach children to call 911 during emergencies.
Prepare an emergency supply kit including a 3-day supply of water and non-perishable foods, a battery-powered radio, flashlights with extra batteries, a first-aid kit with prescription medicines, special items for infants and the elderly, as well as cash and credit cards.
Preparing and practicing your family plan is your best protection should an emergency occur. For additional information visit the FEMA website .
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NOAA Weather Radio:
Stay tuned to NOAA weather radio for the latest severe weather information. NOAA weather radio is a public service provided by both the National Weather Service and the Emergency Alert System, enabling your weather radio to be a single source for comprehensive weather and emergency information. NOAA weather radios usually cost less than $100 and are available at most electronics dealers.
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Weather Safety:
Please visit the National Weather Service weather safety website for weather safety tips and storm preparedness.
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Contact Us:
To report an emergency, call the Manasquan Police at (732) 223-1000 or dial 911
Borough of Manasquan
Office of Emergency Management
201 East Main Street
Manasquan , NJ 08736
Email: manasquanoem@optonline.com
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