Emergency Management & Communications

 

The EM&C Department plays a vital role in safeguarding the community by:

  • Coordinating disaster and emergency response efforts, 911 access, and collaboration among first responders and public safety partners,
  • Leading public preparedness initiatives and maintaining communication systems—such as emergency alerts and real-time information sharing—to keep the public informed and protected,
  • Supporting recovery and mitigation efforts to minimize future risks, restore essential services, and strengthen community resilience.

 

ReadyFW

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ReadyFW is the City of Fort Worth’s new alert and notification system designed to deliver real-time, reliable, and trusted information directly to residents, visitors and city employees during emergencies and beyond.

ReadyFW allows the city to send alerts and communication through multiple channels, including text message, phone call, and email to reach subscribers quickly so they can make informed decisions. This initiative strengthens the city’s commitment to transparency, public safety, and community resilience, fostering a culture of readiness and preparedness. 

Learn more. 

  

Department Leadership


Director of EMC, Sonny Saxton

Sonny Saxton

Director of Emergency Management and Communications

As the City of Fort Worth’s first Director of Emergency Management and Communications, Sonny Saxton leads the city’s efforts to strengthen emergency and disaster response, enhance 911 communications, and build systems that support public safety and long-term community resilience.

With over 30 years in public safety, he has held leadership roles across the country, including Executive Director of the Charlottesville-UVA-Albemarle ECC and Deputy Director of a multi-state EMS program that earned international accreditation. He has also advised agencies across the U.S. and internationally for more than two decades.

 

 


Contact Us

Phone

Emergency Management Office: 817-392-6170

Alternate Phone

Joint Emergency Operation Center: 817-392-7100

Email

oem@fortworthtexas.gov

Website

Emergency Management

Hours

  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Tuesday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Wednesday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Thursday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Friday
    • 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed

How to submit Tier II reports

Please email: emo@fortworthtexas.gov

 

News

Hazard Mitigation

View a copy of the Fort Worth Hazard Mitigation Action Plan Annex. If you have comments please email Emergency Management.

Download the plan