WMATA Operations Control Center (OCC) (District of Columbia)

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is the key provider of regional emergency transit service during a public emergency. WMATA works closely with ESF #1 to ensure continuity regarding transportation information, logistics, and operations. WMATA works closely with DDOT for obtaining and funding additional buses or other transportation related equipment during a public emergency. WMATA also maintains security at its facilities. During a public emergency, WMATA will have a liaison at the District's EMA EOC (EMA EOC). (reference: http://ddot.washingtondc.gov/ddot/frames.asp?doc=/ddot/lib/ddot/information/emergency/6_Roles-Responsibilities.pdf)

The WMATA Operations Control Center (OCC) is the central location for all WMATA operations. All WMATA emergencies and augmentation of routes and schedules are determined at the command center. (reference: http://ddot.dc.gov/ddot/frames.asp?doc=/ddot/lib/ddot/information/emergency/7_Command-Control.pdf)