317-417-7315
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Various agencies participate in Tippecanoe County LEPC drill
In June, Tippecanoe County LEPC held a drill attended by more than 15 agencies, including local emergency management, law enforcement, fire departments and hazmat response teams. IDHS Hazmat and Radiation personnel also attended to evaluate and provide guidance for simulated radiation-related elements.
Updates
About Local Emergency Planning Committees
Main Functions
Local Emergency Planning Committees (LEPCs) report directly to their LEPC chairperson and the Indiana Emergency Response Commission (IERC). The two main functions of LEPCs are:
- Develop and manage the emergency response plans pertaining to accidental chemical releases from facilities.
- Distribute information to the general public.
LEPC Emergency Plans
The LEPC emergency response plan must contain the nine listed planning elements as required under federal and state law. The plan must be reviewed and updated by the LEPC annually at a minimum. The plan must also include the required annual updates and incorporate reviewer comments on prior submissions. The plan and/or plan updates must be approved by LEPC vote at a meeting with a quorum of members. The LEPC emergency plan shall be an appendix to the hazard specific annex in a county EMA's EOP.
Guides and Resources
LEPC Gallery
Take a look at a few recent LEPC events.
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Tippecanoe County LEPC - Drill
June 2025
Tippecanoe County LEPC - Drill
June 2025
