Level 1: Full-Scale

In a full-scale activation, the EOC is activated on a 24-hour schedule due to an imminent threat or occurrence of a disaster. All DEM staff and all ESFs are activated and required to report to the EOC.  Municipal Branch Representatives are also in place in the EOC.  The ICS is implemented and all sections and branches are activated.  As in Level II activation, the IAP establishes the operational objectives and priorities of the incident. Additionally, all logistical support elements are activated.

At this level response, relief, and recovery operations are expected to last for an extended period of time.  Additional support or back-up staff, including representatives from the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management (DEM) and/or the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is notified and available to assist should the response escalate and exceed local capability. 

Additional activation levels:
Level 3: Monitoring & Assessment
Level III is typically a monitoring and assessment phase where a specific threat, unusual event, or situation, is actively monitored by the DEM. 

Level 2: Partial
Level II partial activation is typically limited agency activation.  DEM staff and ESF lead agencies with a role in the incident response are activated and required to report to the EOC. 

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