County EMS Program Could Aid Those with Disabilities

Observer Reports

Anderson County Emergency Management is building a database that could impact they approach people with special needs in during a life-threatening emergency.

The Special Needs Registry will give first responder details about the person and their condition, as a new source of information to first responders to an emergency.  

“We can now provide critical information to our first responders, allowing them to respond with all the vital information they need while enroute,” said Josh Hawkins, Emergency Management Director. 

The information, which will include address, the person's disability and a few details about how best to interact with them, goes directly to dispatch so first responders are better equipped to help.

To register visit: https://www.emd.andersonsheriff.org/snregistry