Emergency

ECMC is not a first responder. ECMC defers to local first responders in the event of an emergency.

In accordance with the state’s Oil and Gas Conservation Act, ECMC regulates oil and gas operations. ECMC's jurisdiction resumes when first responders have declared that a situation is no longer an emergency. During emergencies, ECMC helps to coordinate with local jurisdictions, state agencies, and first responders to minimize the impact to public safety and the environment.