At Carbon County Public Health, we prioritize emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and resilience of our community in times of crisis. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to develop and implement comprehensive plans and protocols to effectively respond to a wide range of emergencies, from natural disasters to public health outbreaks. Through collaboration with local agencies, community partners, and emergency responders, we strive to enhance our preparedness and response capabilities to help protect all residents of Carbon County. Additionally, we aim to provide valuable resources, training opportunities, and public education initiatives to empower individuals and families to prepare for emergencies and take proactive measures to mitigate risks. We are committed to safeguarding the health and safety of our community, both now and in the future.
Tracy Young
Tracy has dedicated the past 22 years to community prevention work in Wyoming, demonstrating a deep and unwavering commitment to the well-being of her peers and communities. The majority of her impactful career has been spent in Laramie, where she also served for several years with the Wyoming Association of Chiefs and Sheriffs of Police. Currently, Tracy serves Carbon County as a local Community Prevention Specialist. Her dedication extends beyond county lines, as she also serves as a Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator and Trainer for the Albany County Sheriff’s Office.
Tracy and her husband established their roots in Laramie in 2001 with their son, Alex. In 2013, during the heart of her career focused on substance abuse and suicide prevention, Tracy and her husband faced the unimaginable loss of their only child, Alex, to suicide. This profound personal experience has undoubtedly deepened Tracy’s resolve and understanding in her ongoing work within the prevention field.