In the event of an emergency, either the Division Commander (DCDR), or the Vice Division Commander (VCDR) will contact the Flotilla Commander (FC). If unable to contact the FC, the Vice Flotilla Commander (VFC) will be contacted. When an emergency demands activation of the Flotilla’s Emergency Response Plan (ERP), the Flotilla Commander will notify the VFC, the Flotilla Operations Officer (FSO-OP), and the Flotilla Communications Officer (FSO-CM), and the Area Unit Coordinator (AUC). The process may also begin using the AIMS system of notification.

 

Safety: The safety of your person, family and personal property, (not necessarily in that order), is of overriding importance. Never attempt to accomplish a mission for which you have not been trained. Do not put you, your crew, vessel, or other property/equipment in danger.

 

Response to Emergencies: The flotilla 10-05 area of responsibility (AOR) is normally the ICW from Wilmington to Little River Inlet, and surrounding waters. As Auxiliarists, we may not accept request for assistance unless that request comes from competent Coast Guard Authority, e.g., DCAPT, DCDR, AUXLO, ASC, AUC. The Incident Command System (ICS) may be implemented, in which case appropriate guidance and contact information will be provided by competent Coast Guard Authority. Under no circumstances should members self-activate.

 

Types of Emergencies: The types of emergencies, which the Flotilla might normally be involved with, are: Extreme Weather, (normally hurricanes), Disasters/Accidents/Incidents, and Security Operations.  Specific information on each is contained below:

 

Flotilla responses are primarily:

 

1.              Patrols to:

 

  Warn and/or evacuate personnel located in endangered areas

  Transport supplies, personnel and equipment to or from disaster areas

  Assist in providing waterway boat traffic control

  Assure that small craft and waterway properties are secure

  Provide security patrols as assigned by the Coast Guard

  Provide platforms for the Coast Guard use as directed

  Check Aids to Navigation (ATON’S) in our area to make sure they are still in place and undamaged. Ensure that the navigable waterways are free of debris that would constitute a hazard to navigation

 

2.              Communications:  Establish and maintain radio communications with or between the Coast Guard and Auxiliary Units in our AOR.

 

3.              Support:  Where necessary, establish and maintain activities to support the Coast Guard and to insure the safety of the general public. We must remember that Patrols are undertaken ONLY with Orders issued by the USCG through the FSO-OP and must only be undertaken following authorized procedures and requirements.

 

EXTREME WEATHER (HURRICANES)

 

Condition 5 (Seasonal Alert: 1 June to 30 November)

 

·      This is a normal routine procedure to ensure your facility (vessel, radio) is ready for activation during the hurricane season. All members should keep aware of potential storms.

 

Condition 4 (Storm Alert: hurricane force winds within 72 hours)

 

·      The Flotilla Commander will be notified by the DCDR, who will notify the VFC, FSO-OP, and FSO-CM to begin the notification process. The FC should notify the VCDR when the Flotilla has completed its notification process. The VCDR will notify the DCDR who will pass that information on to the DCAPT.

 

·      Facility owners should protect their facilities from possible storm damage. Consider trailering/moving your facility out of harms way.

 

Condition 3 (Readiness: hurricane force winds expected within 48 hours.)

 

·      Notification process is the same as that for Condition 4.

 

·      Facility owners notify their FSO-OP of your personal situation and status of your facility. Advise the FSO-OP/VFC if you need assistance securing/preparing your facility and if you intend to evacuate. FSO-OP will pass that information to the SO- OP who will in turn pass that to the VCDR.

 

·      Facility owners who are trailering their boat out of the storm area, storing the boat on land, or mooring in a hurricane hole should commence necessary action.

 

Condition 2 (Warning: hurricane force winds expected within 24 hours)

 

·      Notification process is the same as that for Condition 4.

 

·      Facility owners notify their FSO-OP of your personal situation and status of your facility. Advise the FSO-OP, FC/VFC if you need assistance securing /preparing your facility and if you intend to evacuate. FSO-OP will pass that information to the SO-OP who will in turn pass that to the VCDR.

 

·      Fixed and mobile radio facilities to support Coast Guard communication requirements when the storm has passed should also advise the FSO-CM of their evacuation plans and readiness. This should then be passed on to the SO-CM who will pass to the VCDR.

 

·      If our help is needed, we will most likely be asked for help AFTER the storm, so it is essential that you assess your readiness to assist and keep your FSO-OP, FSO-CM, and FC/VFC informed.

 

              Condition 1 (Danger: hurricane force winds expected within 12 hours)

 

·      Notification process is the same as that for Condition 4

 

·      Be ready for call-out once the storm has passed. Maintain a constant weather watch.  Prepare to assess storm damage to vessels, radios, and aircraft facilities.

·      Preparation must include all necessary supplies to sustain the member for at least three days. This should include food, water, fuel for vehicle, identification as an Auxiliarist and any other supplies, including adequate required medication deemed necessary.

 

Post Hurricane Recovery:  Operations will depend upon damage assessment and surviving operational capability.

 

The first responsibility of the Auxiliary after the storm passes is to insure the safety of their families and property. Secondly, provide an accurate statement of readiness conditions and status of surviving Auxiliary emergency response resources.

 

Facility owners notify the FSO-OP of the status/readiness of their facility and notify the FC/VFC who will then advise the Division as soon as possible after the storms passage.

 

DISASTERS/ACCIDENTS/INCIDENTS

 

Should the Division be called upon to assist in a disaster, accident, or incident our assigned missions could include any or all of the following:

 

  Direct traffic

  Provide platforms for transportation to and from scene

  Provide technical and operational support for the Coast Guard

  Assist as required to recover personnel in the water

  Provide security of scene as directed by the Coast Guard

  Provide safety zone around scene

  Direct traffic away from floating debris and submerged obstacles.

 

SECURITY OPERATIONS

 

During periods of increased security operations our primary role is fully to carry out all aspect of our boating safety programs possible. We may be asked to provide vessels or to stand watch to relieve the burden on the Coast Guard resources.

 

We may be asked to perform additional, significant duties on short notice, (typically 4 hours). Our ability to respond will depend on the situation and the capabilities of the Flotilla and individual members.

 

 

NOTE: Smaller localized security measures would most likely be handled through local authorities. USCG may request that we do any or all of the following:

 

  Provide vessels releasing Coast Guard assets to handle security duty elsewhere

  Provide Radio Watch Stander for all Stations, as required

  Augment the Coast Guard forces in support capacities

  Provide platforms for local, state, and federal agencies involved as required 

FLOTILLA PERSONNEL NOTIFICATION

It is critical, especially during the hurricane season, that all Flotilla Staff Officers keep the FC/VFC informed of any planned or emergency times that they will be away from their normal residence. It is equally, if not more important to keep the DCDR/VCDR informed of any decision to evacuate if a situation should develop. Flotilla Operation Officers and Flotilla Communications Officers should also notify their Division counterparts as well as the FC/VFC as appropriate and as soon as possible.

 

Following an “event”, it is necessary to account for all members.  We must be concerned about the safety and well-being of our members and their significant others as well as property. We want all Flotilla members to feel that they can count on us for help and support!

 

DIVISION RADIO NET

 

Flotilla 10-05 has multiple radio sites that cover our AOR from Carolina Beach to Calabash. When directed to do so, the SO-CM will contact the FSO-CM and establish the “net”. The mission, frequency to be used, etc., will be announced at that time. For a specific listing of the Flotilla Radio Sites, see the facility listing in AUXINFO.

 

 

CALLING TREE, FLOTILLA 10-05

 

A detailed calling tree will be provided to each FSO in 10-05 to include name, contact information, such as home phone, if available, cell phone, and email address. When you first receive your listing, each FSO should attempt to contact those members on that list to be sure the information is correct and inform them to expect a call from you if a need should develop in the coming months. Ask each member that you are assigned if they use cell phone Text Messages and if so, record that information for your use as an additional means of contact. Also, ask each member on your list to let you know if they plan to be out of the area when the storm notifications are received so we can account for everyone.

 

Your input is vital to the success of this Emergency Response Plan for our Flotilla! Please let the FC/VFC know immediately if you detect any changes that need to be implemented for this plan.

 

 

Current Calling Tree, 04.20.2022

 

DCDR William (Kim) Curry                                        Cell Phone:    (703) 447-0340

[email protected]

     

VCDR Louis Stanton                                                    Cell Phone:    (571) 359-1534

[email protected]

 

FC Rich O'Donnell                                                       Cell Phone:    (631) 375-3572

[email protected]                      

 

VFC Robert Kielley                                                     Cell Phone:    (908) 581-7955

  [email protected]                      

 

FSO-OP Vince Gubey                                               Cell Phone:      (910) 274-3373

[email protected]     

 

                                                                       

 

(Effective: April 20,2022)

 

 

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