Office of Emergency Management

The Genesee County Office of Emergency Management coordinates emergency services and supports local response agencies across the county.

The office coordinates 17 volunteer fire departments, Emergency Medical Services and one career department serving approximately 501 square miles and a population of about 61,000 people.

During natural disasters and manmade emergencies, the Office of Emergency Management serves as a liaison between local governments and state and federal agencies.

Emergency Planning and Response

The department regularly updates and revises emergency response plans designed to support local jurisdictions during emergencies.

The office also provides specialized response teams when local resources have been exhausted or when specialized equipment or expertise is needed.

Fire and EMS Training

The Office of Emergency Management provides Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training programs required by the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control and the New York State Department of Health for local emergency responders.

Facilities

Provides detailed descriptions of classroom and meeting room facilities, including capacities and equipment, to inform users about available resources for training and meetings.

Forms

This section provides essential forms and resources for volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers, covering various aspects of their duties and administrative requirements.

Genesee County Fire Departments

A listing of Genesee County Fire Departments with contact information.

Outside Links

Emergency management, fire service, emergency medical services and responder safety resources for training, guidance and professional information

Task Force Report

The purpose of the "Genesee County Emergency Services Task Force Report" is to address and provide solutions for the critical issues facing volunteer fire and emergency medical services (EMS) in Genesee County.

Meet the Staff

Introduce the staff of the Genesee County Office of Emergency Management

Why Become a Firefighter?

Whether driven by a passion for service, the thrill of emergency response, or the sense of teamwork, firefighting offers a rewarding opportunity.

Training Calendar

View upcoming trainings, drills, and certification courses

Hazard Mitigation Plan

Genesee County has developed a hazard mitigation plan (HMP) to reduce risks from disasters to the people, property, economy, and environment within the County’s planning area. The County and 21 participating local jurisdictions (the Planning Partners) prepared this plan as an update to the 2019 Genesee County HMP.

Genesee County Office of Emergency Management

7690 State Street Road
Batavia, NY 14020

Phone: (585) 344-0078
Fax: (585) 345-3098
Email: GCOEM@geneseeny.gov

Office Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Summer Hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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