Brownwood will host regional emergency preparedness leaders Sept. 10 as the 2026 West Central Texas Emergency Preparedness Conference brings public-safety, healthcare, education, government, nonprofit and private-sector partners together for a full day of training and coordination.
The conference is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, at the Brownwood Event Center Complex, 601 E. Baker Street. Activities will run from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Topics focus on regional emergency readiness
The annual event is designed for organizations and individuals involved in preparing for, responding to and recovering from emergencies and disasters. Organizers describe it as a regional forum for training, information sharing, professional networking and strengthening partnerships that support preparedness and community resilience throughout West Central Texas.
Presentations and breakout sessions will cover natural and human-caused disasters, healthcare preparedness, cybersecurity, school safety, emergency communications, volunteer management, interagency coordination, community resilience and emerging threats.
Participants will be able to hear from subject matter experts, exchange best practices with regional partners and review resources, technologies and services related to emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation. Exhibitors and vendors will also be available for collaboration and resource sharing.
Registration and attendance
The conference is open to emergency managers; law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel; healthcare and public health professionals; school personnel; elected and local government officials; volunteer organizations; military personnel; critical infrastructure representatives; private-sector partners; and others involved in emergency preparedness and disaster response.
Registration closes September 2, 2026. General registration is $50, while late registrations will be accepted at the door if space remains available. Conference information, agenda updates, speaker announcements and registration details are available at wctepc.com.