Emergency Management Information
Please remember the following information:
The Town of Tilton, like any community in NH, can face natural disasters like floods or other emergencies, as seen during the ice storm of 2008. Being prepared and engaging in hazard mitigation are crucial for our town's safety. I have added this section to the police website, which contains useful links, pre-planning checklists, and contact numbers.
Another vital role we all have in the community is looking out for each other. If you or someone you know needs extra checks during a storm or natural disaster, please provide me with their name or call in their name and address before the event occurs. Once the event occurs, there is always the likelihood that phones, electricity, and computers will be down. In advance, please visit our website www.tiltonpd.org and click the "Request Emergency Checks" link. This list will be printed and ready for the next event. We also offer a "Cops and Caregivers" Program where individuals can receive daily calls from dispatch to ensure their well-being. To sign up for these calls, please contact our Dispatch Center at (603) 286-8207.
EMERGENCY SHELTER
The Emergency Shelter for Tilton: Winnisquam Regional High School
ACTIVATING THE SHELTER
In the event of a storm, natural disaster, or other traumatic event that leaves residents in need of shelter, we continually assess the need to open a shelter, determine the required staff, and decide on the duration of its operation. We also make arrangements for food, water, and beds. Requests for shelter are sent from the local Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to the State EOC at the beginning of the event. There is no specific minimum number of displaced residents required to open the shelter. If you or someone you know needs shelter during the event, please contact the Tilton Police Department or have a friend contact us on your behalf. You may need to submit the request through Belknap County Dispatch, which handles our after-hours calls and emergency dispatch. If transportation is needed, we will assist with that as well.
Tilton Police Department (603) 286-8207
Belknap County Dispatch (603) 527-5454 (after hours)
VOLUNTEERS
Tilton is part of the CNTR Region 6 Network and the CERT Volunteer Program. If you or someone you know is interested in making a difference as a volunteer, please reach out to the CNTR coordinator at (603) 934-0177 ext. 136 for more information. The CERT Program plays a vital role in assisting people during storms and natural disasters. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact in our community!
Chief Gilman
Tilton Emergency Management Director