The Strategic Operations and Response Support (SOARS) division continues to strengthen the Nevada National Security Sites’ (NNSS) role in regional preparedness through active collaboration with external partners across Southern Nevada.
SOARS recently presented to the Las Vegas Security Chiefs Association, engaging security leaders from major resorts, critical infrastructure and private sector organizations providing an overview of the NNSS mission, site hazards and the division’s emergency management role, while emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships.
SOARS and Emergency Planning personnel also participated in the Nevada Emergency Preparedness Association’s Preparedness Summit in Las Vegas, which brought together emergency managers, first responders, public health officials, military partners and private sector representatives from across the state. The summit provided a valuable forum for sharing best practices, discussing emerging threats and strengthening relationships that are critical during real-world incidents.
“These partnerships are essential because emergencies do not recognize organizational boundaries,” said Lucas Basham Murphy, SOARS division manager. “By working closely with our regional partners, we strengthen our collective ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to incidents that could impact the Site, our employees and the communities around us.”
Strong connections with regional partners enhance NNSS’s ability to coordinate resources, share information and support multi-agency response operations. These engagements demonstrate SOARS’ commitment to building partnerships that directly enhance preparedness for the NNSS and the surrounding region. Many incidents that could affect Site operations originate off site and require a coordinated response. By strengthening relationships, improving communication pathways and aligning planning efforts, SOARS helps ensure NNSS personnel, facilities and missions remain protected.