Emergency Preparedness
Being prepared and knowing what to do will make all the difference when seconds count in an emergency. Here you can find information on how to prepare an emergency supply kit, develop family communications and emergency plans, stay informed during an emergency and get information about the various natural and man-made disasters that could occur in our area.
It is important to put together an emergency plan in case you and your family aren't together when a disaster strikes. Start the process by gathering your family together and making sure everyone knows what kind of...
Some of the things you can do to prepare for the unexpected, such as making an emergency supply kit and developing a family emergency plan, can be used in any type of emergency whether man-made or natural. However,...
Multnomah County Emergency Management has a variety of documents and literature to help your household prepare for an emergency. In addition to documents available for download, a household can request an emergency...
Chile. New Zealand. Japan. All of these countries have recently experience major earthquakes. Like Oregon, these countries are located along the "Ring of Fire," a geologically active area along the...
Winters in the Northwest tend to be mild but there is still the capacity to experience freezing temperatures and wind, snow and ice storms. One of the primary concerns is the winter weather's ability to knock out heat...
Anywhere it rains, it can flood. And landslides can occur in all of the U.S. states and territories.
Animals are affected by disasters just as we are. If you have pets or livestock, you should be prepared to take care of them in an emergency. Here are some steps you can take to make sure you are prepared.
Home Fire Safety Fire safety begins with everyone in your household. Following simple safety measures can ensure that you prevent a home fire or, should a fire occur, that you can get out safely.
Do you have the flu? "The flu" or influenza is a respiratory (lung) infection that can spread throughout the community and commonly occur during the winter or spring. Normal symptoms include fever, coughing, sore...
Even though we don't experience a lot of extreme summer weather in the Pacific Northwest, staying cool and making simple changes in your fluid intake, activities, and clothing during hot weather can help you remain safe and...
The Cascade Mountain Range harbors many volcanoes in varying degrees of activity: from recently active Mount St. Helens to long-dormant Mt. Jefferson. Listed below are some steps you can take during...
It's a general rule of thumb to plan for at least 3 days after a disaster, but you should still think through your needs for up to at least three weeks without services. The aftermath of the earthquake and resulting...
If you are in need of immediate assistance dial 911!
