The Yuma County Public Health Services District Emergency Preparedness and Response Division (PHEPR) is funded by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) through an Arizona Department of Public Health Services grant to prevent, protect against, quickly respond to, and assist in recovery efforts during a public health emergency for the citizens and visitors of Yuma County and surrounding areas.  The PHEPR program prepares and responds to public health threats and emergencies from events such as:

• Natural Disasters: Floods, Tornadoes, Earthquakes, Severe Weather Conditions, and Wildfires
• Disease Outbreaks: Communicable diseases– such as severe flu epidemics, COVID-19, Environmental diseases– such as foodborne illness outbreaks (Salmonella, etc.), and Zoonotic disease outbreaks (Rabies, West Nile, ZIKA, etc.)
• Bioterrorism Events: Use of biological agents such as Smallpox or Anthrax.
• Chemical Terrorism Events: Use of chemical agents such as Sarin, Cyanide, VX, or Mustard Gas.

The PHEPR program focuses on planning, training & exercise, education, operational readiness, and public outreach to be fully prepared to respond and recover from public health threats.

Emergency Contact Information

If you believe there is a potential terrorism threat please contact your local law enforcement or dial  9-1-1.

To report a public health emergency or infectious disease contact (928) 317-4624, 24 hours a day-7days a week.

General Contact Information

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