Collin County Completes Its Strategic National Stockpile Distribution Plan May 16, 2003
As part of its ongoing effort to prepare for a bioterrorist attack, the Collin County Bioterrorism Response Team completed the development of its Strategic National Stockpile Distribution Plan in May 2003.

In the event of a terrorist attack using biological weapons agents, the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) may be deployed to provide Collin County hospitals and first responders with additional medical supplies and pharmaceuticals to prevent the spread of disease and treat the injured. When deployed, the SNS supplies will be delivered to the county in bulk loads of up to 50 tons.

Under the direction of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the Texas Department of Health, Collin County developed a distribution plan outlining the operational concepts, responsibilities and procedures to respond to a mass casualty disaster and distribute needed pharmaceuticals and medical supplies provided by the Strategic National Stockpile.

Although only a plan, it provides a foundation for planning, preparedness, and training in preparation for any disaster that may require the county to distribute supplies to hospitals and medication to county residents.

For additional information on the Strategic National Stockpile, please visit the CDC SNS website.