Common use of Declared Emergencies Clause in Contracts

Declared Emergencies. the official action from a jurisdiction to announce an emergency is likely to exceed local capabilities. Generally, jurisdictional approval of this declaration puts the next level of governmental jurisdiction on notice that the declaring jurisdiction is likely to exceed their capability to respond to a particular emergency and they may need assistance beyond mutual aid. It may also allow the jurisdiction to suspend certain laws, codes, activities, government employment conditions and other things to help to mitigate or respond to the emergency, depending on the jurisdiction’s legal authority. Demobilization plan: a written plan to downsize the response to an incident as the situation is mitigated and resources are no longer required. It includes accountability for resources used and compensation that may be required.