Eagle Mountain receives emergency tent to strengthen preparedness

Eagle Mountain City has added a new asset to its emergency management resources: an Alaska Defense Tent.

The durable emergency shelter is capable of supporting response operations and protecting residents during severe conditions.

Eagle Mountain Public Safety Director Dave Ulibarri says the addition enhances the City’s ability to respond in a variety of situations, from extreme weather to large-scale emergencies requiring a temporary remote operations center.

“This tent gives us flexibility,” Ulibarri said. “If our main facilities ever became inaccessible or unsafe, we could run a full emergency operations center remotely. It also gives us a way to shelter people from severe weather or other hazardous conditions.”

The Alaska Tent, provided through Utah County Emergency Management, is designed for resilience. Built to withstand harsh environments, it can be outfitted with HVAC equipment to maintain comfort and safety during prolonged use.

“Utah County Emergency Management sent out an email asking if cities were interested in receiving one,” Ulibarri explained. “Eagle Mountain was one of several cities that responded, and we’re fortunate to have been selected.”

The addition of the Alaska Tent is part of an ongoing effort by Eagle Mountain’s Emergency Management team to expand the City’s cache of emergency response equipment. As the community continues to grow, ensuring readiness for both natural and man-made disasters remains a top priority.

“Preparedness means having the right tools when that plan needs to be put into action,” Ulibarri said. “Every resource we can add strengthens our ability to respond quickly and effectively, and ultimately, that helps keep residents safe.”

While the tent may not be visible to the public on a daily basis, Ulibarri emphasized that these behind-the-scenes investments make a real difference during emergencies.

“Residents will be able to see it on display at next year’s PrepFest,” he said. “But if we ever face a situation where people need shelter or where our emergency team has to mobilize in the field, this tent could be critical. It’s one more layer of preparedness for our city.”

The Alaska Tent will be stored with the City’s emergency management supplies and maintained for deployment when needed, ensuring Eagle Mountain is ready for the unexpected.