This page serves as the central repository for the Maine 2026 Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and all related incident response materials. The site supports partner organizations conducting steady-state planning and aids in State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) activations.
- Steady-State Planning: Access the comprehensive foundational documents, including the Base Plan, Hazard Assessments (Annex A), and full SEOC Procedures (Annex B) in the Foundational Plans section.
- Activations of the State Emergency Operations Center: Use the Quick References & Job Aids and Role-Based Toolkits sections below for immediate, grab-and-go guidance during your operational period. Find current meeting agendas and slide decks in the Operational Rhythm & Meetings section.
The Core "Foundational Plans" Library
This section serves as the central repository for Maine's foundational emergency management plans, outlining the strategic frameworks and detailed annexes that guide state-level response and recovery.
Note: For any plan that is not linked, contact the MEMA Planning Section at 207-624-4400 for more information.
- Foundational Plans
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EOP 2026 - Base Plan
The primary framework for state-level emergency management. It defines how State Government interfaces with local, county, tribal, NGO, and federal partners during a disaster.EOP 2026 Annex A - Hazards and Threats Risk Assessment
Provides the comprehensive Hazard & Threat Risk Register, outlining potential impacts, trigger events for activation, and assigned agency response actions.EOP 2026 Annex B - SEOC Procedures
The complete guide to the State Emergency Operations Center. Contains full facility operations, activation levels/procedures, the SEOC safety and security plan, and continuity of operations (COOP) protocols.EOP 2026 Annex C - Hazard & Threat Response
Contains the comprehensive threat response strategies covering Summer Weather Extremes, Winter Weather Extremes, Hurricanes & Tropical Storms, Flooding, and Drought.EOP 2026 Annex D - Cyber Incident Response
Details state coordination and response structures for cyber incidents, integrating federal resources like CISA, MS-ISAC, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.EOP 2026 Annex E - Radiological Emergency Response
Details the state's coordinated response to incidents involving the release of radiological materials, outlining protective actions and resource mobilization.EOP 2026 Annex F - Continuity of Operations
Identifies contingencies to ensure essential government functions can continue during and after an emergency. Includes procedures for relocating personnel, protecting vital records, and maintaining communication systems.EOP 2026 Annex G - Evacuation
Provides guidance and procedures for the safe and orderly movement of people from a threatened area, covering topics such as evacuation routes, transportation resources, and shelter management.EOP 2026 Annex H - Search and Rescue
Outlines the coordination and deployment of state, local, and volunteer resources for life-saving urban and wilderness search and rescue operations.EOP 2026 Annex I - Fatality Management
Details procedures for the compassionate and respectful handling of deceased individuals following a catastrophic event, including responsibilities for victim identification, morgue operations, and family assistance.EOP 2026 Annex J - Distribution Management
Describes the process for receiving, staging, and distributing critical supplies and resources to affected areas through coordinated supply chains and logistics.EOP 2026 Annex K - Coordination & Administrative References
Provides the foundational administrative guidelines for supporting the inclusion of Tribal Nations, Maine National Guard, and Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) into MEMA-led disaster responses. - General Guidance and Resources
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FEMA: CPG-101
Planning guidance is informed by FEMA's Comprehensive Planning Guide 101, Developing and Maintaining Emergency Operations Plans, Version 3.FEMA: IS-235.C Emergency Planning
For additional instruction on the emergency planning process, you're encouraged to take FEMA Independent Study IS235.C, Emergency Planning. There is no charge for this training.FEMA: Planning Resources
FEMA resources and guidance for operational and strategic planning.Maine State Statute: Maine Emergency Management Agency
Title 37-B, Chapter 13: Maine Emergency Management Agency, is the governing statute for MEMA and contains additional guidance for local emergency management. Planning requirements are driven by the language in §783.Maine State Statute: Requirement for Local Emergency Planning
Title 37-B MRSA §783, specifying requirement for local jurisdictions to prepare and keep current emergency plans in accordance with risk assessment and planning guidance issued by MEMA.
State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) Activation Library
This section consolidates all grab-and-go resources, role-specific guides, and meeting schedules required during an active emergency. These tools are designed for immediate use by personnel deployed to the SEOC, ensuring swift decision-making, clear communication, and coordinated response operations without the need to review lengthy plans.
Note: For any plan that is not linked, contact the MEMA Planning Section at 207-624-4400 for more information.
- Quick References & Job Aids
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Hazard Quick References
Procedural Job Aids
- Role-Based Toolkits
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Command & General Staff Toolkit
Designed for SEOC leadership, bridging strategic policy and operational execution. Includes guidance on managing lifelines, driving strategy, and leading the operational rhythm.Emergency Response Team Member Toolkit
Tailored for state, NGO, and private sector partners in the SEOC. Serves as a primary reference for personnel acting as the critical link between their home agency and the state’s coordinated response.Agency Representative (AREP) Toolkit
Dedicated resources for personnel deployed to the field or county EOCs on behalf of MEMA, detailing responsibilities for strategic liaison, information management, and resource support. - Operational Rhythm & Meetings
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Operational Rhythm
2026 MEMA Operational Rhythm Visual Guide
A visual timeline and flowchart of the SEOC "Planning-P", showing when meetings occur and how information flows during an operational period.2026 Operational Period Briefings Slide Deck Template
The master slide deck template used to guide and present information during all SEOC operational rhythm meetings.Briefings & Meetings
00A - Initial Response & Assessment Briefing
Provides SEOC personnel and key stakeholders with basic information regarding the situation and allocated resources immediately following activation.00B - Process & Procedures Meeting
Communicates essential organizational processes, reporting timelines, and any necessary deviations from standard SOPs to SEOC staff.01 - Operational Period Transition Briefing
Acts as the formal changeover point between two operational periods, serving as a final briefing for outgoing staff and the official kickoff for incoming staff.02 - Objectives Meeting
Establishes, reviews, or modifies the incident and operational period objectives to guide the ongoing response.03 - Situation & Strategy Briefing
Delivers a comprehensive briefing on the incident's current status and priorities, and determines future needs to develop a cohesive strategy.04 - Command & General Staff Meeting
Provides a semi-formal setting for leadership to discuss priorities, review current status, and resolve challenges to ensure a coordinated response.05 - Planning Meeting
Serves as a final review and validation of the drafted Incident Action Plan (IAP) to obtain concurrence before official approval and distribution.
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