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The importance of being 2 Weeks Ready Wildfire season in Oregon is underway. Coronavirus case numbers are on the rise. There’s the constant threat of a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami. Many of us are experiencing a feeling of powerlessness and fear. But the conventional wisdom during these times is to focus on what you can control. That’s why now, more than ever, it is important to be 2 Weeks Ready. The 2 Weeks Ready campaign began here in Oregon when the Oregon Office of Emergency Management (OEM) implemented a recommendation from the Oregon Resilience Plan, which found that after a Cascadia subduction event, citizens having enough supplies to survive for two weeks on their own would greatly increase lives saved. “The adage of hoping for the best and preparing for the worst means being 2 Weeks Ready,” said Andrew Phelps, director of the Oregon Office of Emergency Management. “At OEM, we constantly train and plan for all types of emergencies and disasters. But it’s not enough to prepare. When rivers rise, the earth shakes or pandemic

spreads, we need to be selfsufficient for up to two weeks.” Simply put, 2 Weeks Ready is having enough supplies and a plan to be able to survive on your own for at least 14 days. This is the amount of time it may take for emergency responders to reach you after a large-scale event like Cascadia. In the case of COVID-19, having a two weeks supply of food, medications and sundries means being safely and adequately prepared for a twoweek quarantine. “Each day that we don’t have a disaster is one more day to prepare,” says Phelps. “Having enough supplies for two weeks for each member of the family, as well as pets and livestock, is a task that can seem daunting. But, it is an achievable goal. A good strategy is to integrate a culture of preparedness into your daily lifestyle. A culture of preparedness is more than acquiring ‘stuff.’ It is about resources you may have access to during a disaster, such as alternate water sources or products to purify water in emergency situations. It’s about having a plan to communicate

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Director Oregon Office of Emergency Management and get information to loved ones to let them know you are safe or need help. It’s about how to take basic life-saving actions like first aid, CPR, or shutting off utilities after a significant winter storm, tornado or major earthquake. In the early stages of COVID-19 we saw that though there wasn’t a true shortage of sanitation and hygiene products, there was a strain on the distribution channel’s ability to keep pace with demand. Make sure you cover your basic needs when you start preparing. Avoid waiting until the disaster or pandemic hits to have a little extra stored up. This has been a challenging year for many Oregonians, and uncertainty about the future can add to our already increased levels of anxiety. But we all need to look at what we can control and start small. Think about the needs of your family and how you can start to prepare for disasters and emergencies today. While we cannot eliminate every hazard, each step we take today will mitigate the effects large-scale disasters have on our families and communities tomorrow.

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CLATSOP COUNTY Safety and Emergency Resources

If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. Non-Emergency Dispatch 503-325-8635 Columbia Memorial Hospital 503-325-4321 2111 Exchange St. Astoria, OR 97103 Providence Seaside Hospital 503-717-7000 725 S Wahanna Rd. Seaside, OR 97138 Oregon Poison Center 800-222-1222

Medix Ambulance Service 503-861-5554 Dispatch: 503-861-1990 2325 SE Dolphin Ave. Warrenton, OR 97146

Cannon Beach Police Department 503-436-2811 163 E Gower Ave. Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Clatsop County Emergency Management 503-325-8645 800 Exchange St., Suite 400 Astoria, OR 97103

Cannon Beach Rural Fire Protection District 503-436-2949 188 E Sunset Blvd. Cannon Beach, OR 97110

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Table of Contents OEM Director’s Message .....................3

Earthquake......................................18-19

Clatsop County Emergency Numbers.............................4

Tsunami............................................20-21

Columbia County Emergency Numbers.............................6

Lincoln City Tsunami Evacuation Maps............. 22–23

Never turn your back on the ocean.....7

Tillamook County Emergency Numbers...........................24

Wildfire................................................8-9

Power Outage......................................25

Flood............................................... 10–11

Coos County Emergency Numbers...........................26

Landslide.........................................12-13 Lincoln County Emergency Numbers......................14-15 Del Norte County Emergency Numbers......................16-17

Pandemic..............................................27 Build a Kit.............................................28 Curry County Emergency Numbers...........................29 Make a Plan..........................................30

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COLUMBIA COUNTY The following are physical addresses, non-emergency phone numbers, and websites for Columbia County law enforcement, fire departments and PUDâ€™s.

If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. Columbia County Sheriff 901 Port Ave., St. Helens 503-366-4611 www.co.columbia.or.us/sheriff/ Clatskanie Sheriff Substation 12525 Highway 202, Clatskanie 503-755-2637 www.co.columbia.or.us/sheriff/ Rainier Police Department 106 W B St., Rainier 503-397-1521 www.cityofrainier.com/ St. Helens Police Department 150 S. 13th St., St. Helens 503-397-3333 www.ci.st-helens.or.us/police Scappoose Police Department 33568 E. Columbia Ave, Scappoose 503-543-3114 www.ci.scappoose.or.us/police Vernonia Police Department 1001 Bridge St., Vernonia 503-429-7335 vpd.vernonia-or.gov

Columbia City Police Department 1840 Second St., Columbia City 503-397-4010 www.columbia-city.org/ menupages/departments/ police.html Oregon State Police 35851 Industrial Way #A, St. Helens 503-397-0325 www.oregon.gov/osp/pages/ index.aspx Columbia River Fire and Rescue 105 S. 12th St., St. Helens 503-397-1014 www.crfr.com

Stations St. Helens 105 S. 12th Rainier 211 W. 2nd St. Fairgrounds Station 58798 Saulser Rd, St. Helens Deer Island 3371 Canaan Rd Columbia City 405 E St. Goble 69321 Nicolai Rd., Rainier Fern Hill 73153 Doan Rd., Rainier

Clatskanie Rural Fire Protection District 280 SE Third St. 503-728-2025 www.clatskaniefire.org

Stations Clatskanie 280 SE Third St. Delena 76015 Atkins Rd. Quincy 79704 Quincy Mayger Rd. Scappoose Fire 52751 Columbia River Hwy., Scappoose 503-543-5026 www.srfd.us Vernonia Rural Fire Department 555 E. Bridge St., Vernonia 503-429-8252 www.vernonia-or.gov/Services/ Fire.asp CRPUD 64001 Columbia River Hwy., Deer Island 503-397-1844 www.crpud.net Clatskanie PUD 495 E Columbia River Hwy, Clatskanie 503-728-2163 www.clatskaniepud.com Western Oregon Electric Cooperative, Inc 503-429-3021

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Never turn your back on the ocean A trip to the beach should be fun. Unfortunately, many people are injured or killed along our nation’s beaches by hazardous sneaker waves, rip currents and high surf. On the Oregon Coast, many people have died along the beaches from the ocean’s unpredictable fury. Many more have been injured. Their stories are tragic tales of being dragged out with the tide, being rolled over by a log or getting stuck in a current that pulled them out to sea. For much of the West Coast, sneaker waves kill more people than all other weather hazards combined. It’s important to be informed about what you need to stay safe on beaches and in coastal areas and surf zones so you leave the beach with good memories. Beware the Sneaker Wave and Lurking Log They´re called sneaker waves because they appear without warning, often surging more than 150 feet up on the beach with deadly force, and they are impossible to predict. Sneaker waves also carry a

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large amount of sand that can saturate your clothes, weighing you down and making escape difficult if not impossible. The ocean is strong enough to pick up even the biggest log and plop it down on top of you. Some logs may look small, but even the tiny ones can be waterlogged and weigh tons. If you see a log in the surf or on wet sand, stay off it. Individuals who are dragged off the beach into the frigid waters of the Northwest are in danger of becoming victims of cold water paralyses, which can affect the limbs within minutes. Dangerous Rip Currents Rip currents are strong currents of water that rush out to sea. They are stronger than even the best swimmer. These currents can swiftly sweep unwary beachcombers and waders off their feet and out to sea. Parents, keep your kids close when playing in the ocean. If caught in a rip current, don’t panic. Swim parallel to the beach until you are out of the current, then head for the beach.

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Wildfire D

id you know that wildfires can move at speeds of up to 14 miles an hour? Oregon and Washington are prone to deadly wildfires. Droughts and dry conditions throughout the year increase wildfire risk. Careless use of fire in highly wooded areas can also dramatically increase the chance of a wildfire, which can then quickly spread across trees and dry brush and threaten homes and businesses in the vicinity.

it touch your house, deck or porch. • Prune trees so the lowest branches are 6 to 10 feet from the ground. • Choose building materials and plants that resist fire. • Identify and maintain an adequate water source outside your home, such as small pond, cistern, well or swimming pool. • Gather household items that can be used as fire tools such as a rake, ax, saw, bucket and shovel. • Keep a garden hose that is long enough to reach any area of the home and other structures on the property.

Before

• Learn about the wildfire risks in your area. • Make an escape plan and build a kit. • Clear leaves and other vegetative debris from roofs, gutters, porches and decks. • Screen-in areas below patios and decks with wire mesh to prevent debris and combustible materials from accumulating. • Remove flammable materials (wood piles, propane tanks, etc.) from within 30 feet of your home’s foundation and outbuildings, such as garages and sheds. If it can catch fire, don’t let

During

• Be ready to leave at a moment’s notice. • Listen to local radio or television stations for the latest emergency information. • Gather an emergency supply kit and be ready to leave. • Arrange for temporary housing at a friend or

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1 gallon of water per person per day for at least 3 days At least a 3-day supply of non-perishable food items that require little or no cooking Flashlight, radio & fresh batteries Battery-operated clock Lantern or candles & matches Blankets, sleeping bags & warm clothes Camp stove or barbecue for outdoor cooking

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First aid kit Prescription medication Playing cards, games & books to help pass the time Cell phone, charger & extra battery

Consider making a smaller kit for your vehicle. If you have pets, make sure they’re accounted for as well.

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pollution, such as candles, fireplaces and gas stoves. Avoid vacuuming. • If you have asthma or another lung disease, follow your health care provider’s advice. • Dress to protect yourself; wear cotton/woolen clothing including long sleeved shirts, long pants and gloves. • Back your car into your garage for easier evacuation.

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relative’s home outside the threatened area. • Confine pets to one room so you can find them if you need to evacuate quickly. • Watch for and listen to air quality reports and health warnings about smoke. • Keep indoor air clean by closing windows and doors to prevent outside smoke from getting in. • Use the recycle or recirculate mode on the air conditioner in your home and/or car. • When smoke levels are high, do not use anything that burns or adds to indoor air

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• If you are trapped outdoors, crouch in a pond, river or pool. • Do not place wet clothing or bandanas over your nose or mouth.

• Let friends and family know you’re safe. • Do not re-enter your home until fire officials say it is safe to do so. • Use caution when entering burned areas as hazards may still exist, including hot spots that can flare up without warning. • Avoid damaged or fallen power lines, poles and downed wires. • Wear leather gloves and heavy soled shoes to protect hands and feet.

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Flood

Did you know that floodwaters as little as six inches deep can be strong enough to sweep a person off their feet? Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. When heavy or steady rain saturates the ground over several hours or days, flood conditions may occur. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area.

Before

• Know your flood risk and locations where flooding may occur. • Make an escape plan and build a kit. • Listen to area radio and television stations and a NOAA weather radio for possible flood warnings and reports of flooding in progress or other critical information from the National Weather Service (NWS). • Because standard homeowner’s insurance does not cover flooding, it’s important to have protection from floods associated with hurricanes, tropical storms, heavy rains and other conditions that impact the U.S. For more flood safety tips and information on flood insurance, please visit

the National Flood Insurance Program website at FloodSmart.gov. • Raise your furnace, water heater and electric panel to floors that are less likely to be flooded. An undamaged water heater may be your best source of fresh water after a flood. • Install check-valves (valves that allow fluid to flow through in only one direction) in plumbing to prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains in your home. • Seal walls in basements with waterproofing compounds to avoid seepage through cracks. • If a flood is expected, some communities might offer free sandbags to residents. Listen to the news or contact local emergency management agencies to learn more about these resources. • Fill your car’s gas tank in case you need to evacuate. • Move your furniture and valuables to higher floors of your home. • Move livestock to higher ground. If using a trailer to evacuate animals, move animals sooner rather than later.

LEARN HOW TO BETTER PREPARE, RESPOND AND RECOVER FROM AN EMERGENCY AND/OR DISASTER. • Protect your employees and their families. • Return quickly to your business after an emergency or disaster. • Access tools, materials and resources if an emergency or disaster is imminent or occurs. • Connect to available resources to meet emergency and disaster needs.

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After

During

• When a flood or flash flood warning is issued for your area, head for higher ground and stay there. Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters. As little as six inches of moving water can knock you down, and two feet of moving water can sweep a vehicle away. • Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon a flowing stream and the water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way. • If you encounter a flooded road while driving, turn around, don’t drown. If you are caught on a flooded road and waters are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly, and move to higher ground. • Avoid contact with floodwater. It may be

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• Let friends and family know you’re safe. • Do not enter your home until officials say it is safe to do so. • Report downed power lines to your utility company and do not step in puddles or standing water. • Wear protective clothing, including rubber gloves and rubber boots, and be cautious when cleaning up. • Wear protective clothing, including rubber gloves and rubber boots, and be cautious when cleaning up. • Disinfect anything that flood water touches. More information about repairing your flooded home is available online at www.redcross.org. Additional information, including maps about flooding, are available on the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (oregongeology. org) or Washington Department of Natural Resources (dnr.wa.gov) websites.

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Landslide

Did you know that landslides take place most often where they’ve occurred in the past? They’re also more common in areas that have recently been burned by a wildfire.

Before

• Make an escape plan and build a kit. • Be aware of warning signs of possible landslides: > Increased pooling of water or newly wet ground. > New cracks or unusual bulges in the ground, street pavements or sidewalks. > Soil moving away from foundations. > Tilted or bent trees. > Sagging or taught utility lines. > Sunken or broken road beds. > Leaking or broken water pipes. • Reduce the chances of landslides by: > Draining water from surface runoff,

downspouts and driveways well away from slopes. > Planting native groundcover on slopes. > Refraining from adding water to steep slopes. > Avoiding placing fill soil and yard debris on steep slopes.

During

• If you suspect imminent danger, evacuate immediately. Inform affected neighbors if you can, and contact your public works, fire or police department. • Listen for unusual sounds that might indicate moving debris, such as trees cracking or boulders hitting one another. • If you are near a stream, be alert for any sudden increase or decrease in water flow and notice whether the water changes from clear to muddy. Such changes may mean there is

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debris flow activity upstream so be prepared to move quickly. • Be especially alert when driving—watch for collapsed pavement, mud, fallen rocks and other indications of possible debris flow. • If you are ordered to or decide to evacuate, take your animals with you.

After

• Stay away from the slide area. There may be danger of additional slides. • Check for injured and trapped persons near the slide without entering the direct slide area. Direct rescuers to the person’s location. • Listen to local radio or television stations for

the latest emergency information. • Watch for flooding, which may occur after a landslide or debris flow. Floods sometimes follow landslides and debris flows because they may be started by the same event. • Look for and report broken utility lines to appropriate authorities. Reporting potential hazards will get damaged utilities turned off as quickly as possible, preventing further hazard and injury. • Check the building foundation, chimney and surrounding land for damage. Signs of damage may help you assess the safety of the area. • Replant damaged ground as soon as possible since erosion caused by loss of groundcover can lead to flash flooding. Additional information about landslides is available on the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (oregongeology.org) and the Washington Department of Natural Resources (dnr.wa.gov) websites.

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LINCOLN COUNTY Safety and Emergency Resources If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. North Lincoln Fire & Rescue 541-994-3100

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Newport Fire and Rescue 541-265-4231

Lincoln County Emergency Management 541-265-4199

US Coast Guard Station - Newport 541-265-5381

Lincoln County Sheriff Office 541-265-4277

Newport Police 541-574-3348

Lincoln City Police 541-994-3636

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Oregon Poison Center 800-222-1222 Oregon Office of the State Fire Marshal 503-378-3473 Oregon Department of Environmental Quality 800-452-4011 National Weather Service 503-261-9246 alerts.weather.gov/cap/wwaatmget. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) 1-800-621-3362 www.fema.gov NW Natural Gas Service 541-994-2111

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DEL NORTE COUNTY

Safety and Emergency Resources

If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. Law Enforcement Services

• Bertsch-Oceanview Station

Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office

175 Humboldt Road, Crescent City, 707-464-2421

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• City Station

650 Fifth St., Crescent City, Phone: 707-464-4191

520 I Street, Crescent City, 707-464-2421

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• Cooper Station 550 E. Cooper Avenue, Crescent City, 707-464-2421

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Fort Dick Fire Protection District

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• Station 1, Kings Valley Station

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• Station 2, Lake Earl Station

California Highway Patrol

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255 W. Washington Blvd., Crescent City, 707-464-2421

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California Dept. of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) • Humboldt-Del Norte Unit Headquarters 118 Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna, 707- 725-4413 Del Norte County Cal Fire stations • Station #1, 1025 Highway 101 North, Crescent City, 707- 464-5526 • Station #2, Klamath Station, Klamath, 707-482-7355 • Station #3, Elk Camp (Orick*) 707-499-2240 United States Forest Service, Six Rivers National Forest Some stations are staffed seasonally • Redwood Park Service, 707-465-7335 Station #1, Wolf Creek Fire Cache, north of Orick Orick Volunteer Fire Department, 707-834-6162 • Station #2, Hiouchi Station, Hiouchi

Ambulance Service

Del Norte Ambulance • Station One in Crescent City • Station Two (and headquarters), 2600 Moorehead Road, Crescent City (Fort Dick) • Air ambulance service is based at McNamara Field within the Crescent FPD, and provided by Del Norte Ambulance and CAL-ORE Life Flights (based in Brookings, Oregon). 707-487-1116

Other Emergency Services

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Earthquake

Did you know that during a major earthquake you may be without utilities for weeks or even months?

Before

• Make an escape plan and build a kit. • Identify safe places in each room of your home, workplace and/or school. A safe place could be under a piece of sturdy furniture or against an interior wall away from windows, bookcases or tall furniture that could fall on you. • Practice “drop, cover and hold on” in each safe place. If you do not have sturdy furniture to hold on to, sit on the floor next to an interior wall, and cover your head and neck with your arms. • Keep a flashlight and sturdy shoes by your bed in case an earthquake strikes in the middle of the night. • Make sure your home is securely anchored to its foundation. • Bolt and brace water heaters and gas appliances to wall studs. • Bolt bookcases, china cabinets and other tall furniture to wall studs. • Hang heavy items, such as pictures and mirrors, away

from beds, couches and anywhere people sleep or sit. • Brace overhead light fixtures. • Install strong latches or bolts on cabinets. Large or heavy items should be close to the floor. • Learn how to shut off the gas valves in your home and keep a wrench handy for that purpose. • Learn about your area’s seismic building standards and land use codes before you begin new construction.

During

If you are inside when the shaking starts • Drop, cover and hold on. Move as little as possible. • If you are in bed, stay there, curl up and hold on. Protect your head with a pillow. Don’t try to get under your bed. • Stay away from windows to avoid being injured by shattered glass. • Stay indoors until the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. When it is, use stairs rather than an elevator in case there are aftershocks, power outages or other damage. • Be aware that fire alarms and sprinkler systems frequently go off in buildings during an earthquake, even if there is no fire, but take appropriate precautions if an alarm sounds.

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After

If you are outside when the shaking starts • Find a clear spot (away from buildings, power lines, trees, streetlights, etc.) and drop to the ground. Stay there until the shaking stops. • If you are in a vehicle, pull over to a clear location, and stop. Avoid bridges, overpasses and power lines if possible. Stay inside your vehicle with your seatbelt fastened until the shaking stops. Then, if you can, drive carefully, avoiding bridges and ramps that may have been damaged. • If a power line falls on your vehicle, do not get out. Wait for assistance. • If you are in a mountainous area or near unstable slopes or cliffs, be alert for falling rocks and other debris. • Landslides are often triggered by earthquakes.

• After an earthquake, the disaster may continue. Expect and prepare for potential aftershocks, landslides or even a tsunami. • Look for and extinguish small fires. Fire is the most common hazard after an earthquake. • Each time you feel an aftershock, be sure to drop, cover and hold on. Aftershocks frequently occur minutes, days, weeks and even months following an earthquake. • Check yourself for injuries and get first aid, if necessary, before helping injured or trapped persons. • Put on long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, sturdy shoes and work gloves to protect against injury from broken objects. • Look quickly for damage in and around your home, and evacuate everyone if your home is unsafe. • Listen to local radio or television stations for the latest emergency information. • Check to see if telephones are working. Make brief calls to report life threatening emergencies. • Use text messaging to communicate with friends and family members. • Clean up spilled medications, bleach, gasoline or other flammable liquids immediately.

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Tsunami

The states in the U.S. at greatest risk of tsunamis are Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. Tsunamis are series of large ocean waves caused by major earthquakes or landslides beneath the ocean. When the waves enter shallow water, they may rise several feet or, in rare cases, near 100 feet, striking the coast with devastating force. Tsunamis can be local or distant. A local tsunami can arrive within minutes of an earthquake. A distant tsunami can take four to 12 hours to arrive on shore. If you feel the ground shake while at the beach or a low coastal area, move on foot inland and to higher ground as quickly as possible.

Before

• Find out if your home, school, workplace or other frequently visited locations are in tsunami hazard areas. • Make an escape plan and build a kit. • Plan evacuation routes from your home, school, workplace and other places you could be where tsunamis present a risk. If possible, choose evacuation locations 100 feet above sea level. If you cannot get this high, go as high as you can.

You should be able to reach your safe location on foot within 15 minutes. • Learn the evacuation plan where your child attends school. Find out if the plan requires you to pick your children up from school or from another location. During a tsunami watch or warning, telephone lines may be overloaded and routes to and from schools may be jammed. • Practice your evacuation routes. Familiarity may save your life. Be able to follow your escape route at night and during inclement weather. Practicing your plan will allow you to jump into action during an actual emergency. • When visiting the coast, familiarize yourself with the nearest tsunami evacuation routes.

During

• If an earthquake occurs while you are on the coast and indoors, drop, cover and hold on. If you are outdoors, avoid falling objects. • When the shaking has stopped, move quickly inland and to higher ground. Go on foot if possible. • Take a pre-prepared go-bag filled with emergency

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supplies, but don’t delay leaving. • If a tsunami watch is issued, listen to a NOAA weather radio, a Coast Guard emergency frequency station or other reliable sources for updated emergency information. Be ready to evacuate. • Remain inland and on higher ground until an “all clear” announcement is made by local officials.

After

• Continue listening to a NOAA weather radio, a Coast Guard station or a local radio or television station for the latest updates. • Return to lower ground only after local officials tell you it is safe to do so. A tsunami may consist of a series of waves and could continue for hours. Do

not assume that after one wave the danger is over. The next wave may be larger than the first one. • Check yourself for injuries and get first aid as needed before helping injured or trapped persons. • If someone needs to be rescued, call professionals who have the right equipment to help. Many people have been killed or injured trying to rescue others. • Assist people with access and functional needs who require assistance, such as infants and children, as well as the elderly, the disabled and those without transportation. • Avoid disaster areas. Your presence might interfere with emergency response operations and put you at further risk from the residual effects of the tsunami. • Use texts to communicate with friends or family. Phone calls should only be made if absolutely necessary. • Stay out of buildings surrounded by water. Tsunami water can cause floors to crack or walls to collapse. • Use caution when re-entering buildings or homes. Tsnunami evacuation maps and other resources are available at nvs.nanoos.org/TsunamiEvac.

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TSUNAMI EVACUATION MAP LINCOLN CITY-NORTH MAP SYMBOLS / SÍMBOLOS DEL MAPA

IF YOU FEEL AN EARTHQUAKE: • Drop, cover, and hold • Move immediately inland to higher ground • Do not wait for an official warning

Evacuation route / Ruta de evacuación

ASSEMBLY AREA

Bridge / Puente School / Escuela

O RE GO N

ÁREA REUNIÓN

SI USTED SIENTE EL TEMBLOR: • Tírese al suelo, cúbrase, y espere • Diríjase de inmediato a un lugar más alto que el nivel del mar • No espere por un aviso oficial

Assembly area / Área reunión

MAP LOCATION

OUTSIDE HAZARD AREA: Evacuate to this area for all tsunami warnings or if you feel an earthquake.

ZONA DE PELIGRO EXTERIOR: Evacue a esta área para todas las advertencias del maremoto o si usted siente un temblor.

LOCAL CASCADIA EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI: Evacuation zone for a local tsunami from an earthquake at the Oregon coast.

MAREMOTO LOCAL (terremoto de Cascadia): Zona de evacuación para un tsunami local de un temblor cerca de la costa de Oregon.

DISTANT TSUNAMI: Evacuation zone for a distant tsunami from an earthquake far away from the Oregon coast.

MAREMOTO DISTANTE: Zona de evacuación para un tsunami distante de un temblor lejos de la costa de Oregon.

Fire department / Bomberos

DISTANT TSUNAMI EVACUATION ZONE

Hospital / Hospital

SCALE / ESCALA 0.25 mile 0.25 km

EO L O GY AN F G

G O N D E PA R

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LOCAL TSUNAMI EVACUATION ZONE

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This tsunami evacuation zone map was developed by DOGAMI for the purpose of evaluating the most effective means to guide the public in the event of a tsunami evacuation. The map is based on preliminary data and should not be used for site-specific planning. This map adopts recommendations from the Oregon Tsunami Advisory Council. The evacuation routes were developed by local emergency officials and reviewed by the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. MAP REVISED 04-22-13

75’

Elevation, in feet / Elevación, en pies

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NE Oar Ave

N E 19th St

NE 11th St

21’

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NE W

NW Lee Ave

NE 21 st St

NE 14th St

6 th

NE E

NW Inlet Ave NW Jetty Ave

NW Inlet Ave

21’

NE 22nd St

Community Center

NE Surf Ave

NW 19th St

38’

NE 26th St

NW 22nd St

NW 17th St

Pa rk

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NW 26th St

75’

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NW 15th St

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NW 21st St

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NW 33rd St

NW 30th St

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TSUNAMI EVACUATION MAP LINCOLN CITY-SOUTH NE 22nd St

LINCOLN CITY

City Hall / Municipalidad

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SE Neptune Ave

SE Inlet Ave

SE Jetty Ave

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PACIFIC OCEA N

MAREMOTO LOCAL (terremoto de Cascadia): Zona de evacuación para un tsunami local de un temblor cerca de la costa de Oregon.

SE Port Ave

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21’

SCALE / ESCALA 0.25 mile 0.25 km

LOCAL CASCADIA EARTHQUAKE AND TSUNAMI: Evacuation zone for a local tsu-

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Law enforcement / Policía

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Assembly area / Área reunión Bridge / Puente

35’

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NE 21 st St

101

IF YOU FEEL AN EARTHQUAKE: NW 19th St N E 19th St •22’ Drop, cover, and hold • Move immediately inland to higher ground NW 17th St • Do not wait for an official warning OUTSIDE

Evacuation route / Ruta de evacuación

O RE GO N

N E Stev ens Rd

NW 21st St

MAP SYMBOLS / SÍMBOLOS DEL MAPA

MAP LOCATION

21’

NE W

NW Jetty Ave

NW Lee Ave

NW Inlet Ave

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SW 65th St

SW Fleet Ave

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10’

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9’

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TAFT

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SE 51s

A SE

21’

SW Beach Ave

LOCAL TSUNAMI EVACUATION ZONE

SW Coast Ave

SE 4

71’

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TILLAMOOK COUNTY Safety and Emergency Resources

If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. Non-Emergency Dispatch 503-815-1911 Adventist Health Tillamook 503-842-4444 1000 Third St. Tillamook, OR 97171 Adventist Health Tillamook Medical Office – Plaza 503-842-5546 1100 Third St. Tillamook, OR 97141 Care Inc. 503-842-5261 2310 First St. #2 Tillamook, OR 97141 Oregon Poison Center 800-222-1222 Tillamook Ambulance 503-815-2369 1000 Third St. Tillamook, OR 97141 Tillamook County Emergency Management 503-842-3412 5995 Long Prairie Rd. Tillamook, OR 97141 Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office 503-842-2561 5995 Long Prairie Rd. Tillamook, OR 97141 Oregon State Police 503-842-2899

Tillamook Police Department 503-842-2522 207 Madrona Ave. Tillamook, OR 97141 Tillamook Fire District 503-842-7587 2310 4th St. Tillamook, OR 97141 Tillamook People’s Utility District 503-842-2535 or 800-422-2535 1115 Pacific Ave. Tillamook, OR 97141 Emergency after hours: 503-842-2122 or 800-842-2122

NORTH COUNTY Manzanita Police Department 503-368-7229 Adventist Health – Manzanita Primary & Specialty Care 503-368-6244 10445 Neahkahnie Creek Rd. Manzanita, OR 97130 Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue 503-368-7590 36375 Hwy 101 N. Nehalem, OR 97131 Rockaway Beach Fire Department 503-355-2291 276 Hwy 101 S. Rockaway Beach, OR 97136

Rockaway Beach Police Department 503-374-1726 216 Hwy 101 N. Rockaway Beach, OR 97136

CENTRAL COUNTY Bay City Fire Department 503-377-0233 9390 4th St. Bay City, OR 97107 Garibaldi Fire & Rescue 503-322-3635 107 6th St. Garibaldi, OR 97118 Netarts-Oceanside Fire & Rescue 503-842-5900 1235 5th St. Loop W Tillamook, OR 97141

SOUTH COUNTY Adventist Health Medical Office – Pacific City 503-965-6555 38505 Brooten Rd. Pacific City, OR 97135 Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District 503-392-3313 30710 Hwy 101 S Cloverdale, OR 97112

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Be prepared for a power outage Power outages are most commonly caused by bad weather, trees contacting electric lines or equipment, motor vehicle crashes affecting electric equipment, equipment failure or damage caused by animals. Faulty wiring and equipment in your buildings can also cause a localized power outage.

Investigate your home or business to determine if any electrical hazards are present. If there are, notify your local power company. If you see or smell any signs of an electrical flash or fire, call 911. Look to see if your neighbors are also without power. Streetlights may be the best indication of this. Prepare in advance: assemble an emergency preparedness kit, with supplies such as water, nonperishable food, a flashlight, extra batteries, first aid kit and more; create a household evacuation plan that includes your pets; and stay informed abut your community’s risk and response plans. Protect yourself during a power outage: keep freezers and refrigerators closed, only use generators outdoors and away from windows and understand the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning, do not use a gas stove to heat your home, disconnect appliances and electronics to avoid damage from electrical surges, and check on neighbors, use flashlights instead of candles, eliminate unnecessary travel. To keep your food from spoiling during a power outage, keep a cooler, ice and a digital thermometer on hand. Have at least a half tank of gas in your car and fill extra containers. If power is out for an extended time, gas supply may be limited. . Be safe after: throw away food that has been exposed to temperatures 40 degrees or higher for two hours or more, or that has an unusual odor, color or texture; if the power is out for more than a day, discard any medication that should be refrigerated, unless the drug’s label says otherwise.

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COOS COUNTY Safety and Emergency Resources If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. City of Bandon

City of North Bend

Police: 541-347-2241

Police: 541-756-3161

Fire: 541-347-3560

Fire: 541-756-8581

Public Works Department:

Public Works: 541-756-8525

541-347-2437, ext. 232 Southern Coos Hospital:

City of Port Orford

541-347-2426

Police: 541-332-3681 x 280

City of Coos Bay

Fire: 541-366-4577 Public Works: 541-253-8002

Police: 541-269-8911 Fire: 541-269-1191

City of Powers

Public Works Department: 541-269-8918

Police: 541-439-3331

Bay Area Hospital: 541-269-8111

Fire: 541-439-3331

Bay Area Hospital Emergency: 541-269-8085 City of Coquille

City of Reedsport Police: 541-271-2100

Police: 541-396-2114

Fire: 541-271-2423

Fire: 541-396-2232

Public Works: 541-271-3603

Public Works: 541-396-2115, ext. 205

Lower Umpqua Hospital: 541-271-2171

Coquille Valley Hospital: 541-396-3101

Coos County Sheriff’s Office: 541-396-7800 Douglas County Sheriff’s Department:

City of Lakeside

541-271-4802

Fire: 541-759-3931

Curry County Sheriff’s Office: 541-247-3244

Public Works: 541-759-3011 City of Myrtle Point

County Fire Departments Bandon Rural Fire Protection District: 541-347-3560

Police: 541-572-2124

Dora-Sitkum Fire Protection District: 541-572-5944

Fire: 541-572-5422

Gardiner Rural Fire Protection District: 541-271-3515

Public Works: 541-572-2626

Hauser Rural Fire Protection District: 541-756-7222 North Bay Fire: 541-756-3501 Winchester Bay Fire: 541-271-3808

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Preparing for a pandemic Max Kirkendall newsguardeditor@countrymedia.net

Pandemics and large-scale outbreaks can claim millions of lives, disrupt societies and devastate economies. Whether it’s COVID-19 (Coronavirus) or some variation of Influenza, it is worth being prepared so that you can be comfortable staying home if you or someone in your family does get sick and needs to remain in isolation, or if you’re unable to easily purchase supplies at short notice. According to Lincoln City Emergency Management Coordinator Ken Murphy, preparing for a pandemic is much like peeping for any other natural disaster. His goal is to make sure citizens are always 2-weeks ready for disaster, and that includes a pandemic. “Disasters can happen anytime, anyplace and generally without warning,” Murphy said. “Think of all the things we’ve done to get ready for COVID-19. How ready would you be if we had an earthquake and we didn’t have weeks to prepare?” On a national level, different countries will usually have their own policies and public health programs to contain pandemics and protect their citizens from infection, either targeting specific threats or by issuing general advice. But here are a few things you can do to help prepare specifically for a pandemic. Make a plan of what you’ll do if you or someone in your family becomes sick. Will you keep kids at home with you? Who will look after you? Your pets? Prepare for disruption to the kinds of services that are most vulnerable in your community stocking up on two weeks of drinking water and preserved food is a good start. The rule of thumb is around 3.7 liters (1 gallon) of clean drinking water per person per day for cleaning, cooking, and drinking. Canned foods and a manual can opener could be helpful. Buy things you know you’ll eat, including snacks, protein, carbs, fruits, and vegetables. Don’t forget pet food if you

have animals to take care of. There’s no need to be excessive or hoard supplies, you can simply buy a few extra items each time you go to the supermarket. Have ready access to necessary medical records and details on your personal health needs, if possible in a hard copy. Ensure essential prescription drugs are topped up. While you’re at it, check your first aid kit and make sure you’ve got a good supply of non-prescription medications - ibuprofen and paracetamol could make you feel a lot less sick if you do become unwell. Stock up on cleaning supplies, as well as sanitizers and tissues. If a suitable vaccine is publicly available and recommended by local health authorities, get it. When disease breaks out, you should already be practicing proper hygiene. It shouldn’t take a pandemic to prevent a pandemic. But here are some tips to stop the spread of infections disease. Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze and cough, preferably with a tissue you can then discard hygienically, or with your elbow. If you choose to wear a face covering, keep in mind its effect depends on the type of material, and is probably not as effective at protecting you (or others) as you might think. Wash your hands properly and frequently, preferably with an alcohol-based sanitizer. If you get sick, do everything you can to avoid passing it on to work colleagues, community members, and loved ones. Isolate yourself if possible, and if you need to be out, do your best to keep your hands to yourself, and stay at least 6 feet away from other bodies. This is when wearing a mask can be useful - if you do need to go out in public, wearing a mask can stop droplets reaching others. “When properly pursued, preparedness is a way of life, it is not a sudden spectacular program,” says Murphy.

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Build a Kit

In Oregon and Southwest Washington, there is a high probability of a 9.0 Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. The Red Cross recommends that you have enough supplies to be self-sufficient for at least two weeks. We recommend that you have an emergency supplies kit in each location that you spend considerable time (i.e., at home, in the car and at work).

Household Emergency Supplies Kit

Keep two weeks’ worth of emergency supplies for your household in a portable container that you can use at home or take with you if you evacuate. Start with these items: • Water: one gallon per person (and pets) per day, for drinking and basic hygiene. • Food: items that aren’t perishable or don’t need to be cooked (e.g., peanut butter, canned meats, energy bars, canned fruits and vegetables, beans or soup.) • First aid kit with essential prescription and over-the-counter medications.

Additional Supplies

• Flashlight (battery or alternative-powered) • Radio (battery or alternative-powered) • Extra batteries • Solar charger • Extra cords for electronics • Copies of important documents • Emergency contact information and copy of household emergency plan • Cash in small denominations • Pet supplies • Multipurpose tool and work gloves • Comfort items, such as toys, games and family photos • Manual can opener • Duct tape and plastic sheeting • Hygiene and sanitation supplies

Vehicle and Work Emergency Supplies Kits

Your vehicle and workplace emergency supplies kits should contain a minimum of three days of supplies. Keep the supplies in a backpack or sturdy container with a lid. • Blankets or sleeping bag • Bottled water (use a heavy plastic bottle specifically made for water storage and fill with tap water) • Nonperishable food items • Cell phone charger • Emergency flares or reflective triangle (vehicle only) • First aid kit and reference guide • Ice scraper • Jumper cables and tool kit (vehicle only) • Manual can opener • Prescriptions (if applicable)

Go Bag for Tsunamis

If you live in or are visiting a coastal location which may experience tsunamis, your go bag for tsunamis should be readily accessible to grab as you will likely evacuate on foot. Keep the supplies in a bag that can be easily carried. • Radio (battery or alternative-powered) • Water bottle and water treatment supplies capable of providing one gallon of water per person per day • Nonperishable food items • Small radio (battery or alternative-powered) • Local evacuation map • Jacket to protect you from the rain and/or cold • Personal first aid kit and reference guide • Prescriptions • Sun protection • Hand sanitizer • Whistle • Illumination (headlamp / flashlight / light sticks) • Candles and waterproof matches or a lighter • Blanket

“By the Bed” Mini Kit

Keep a sturdy pair of shoes, a flashlight and an extra pair of glasses (if you wear them) in a bag attached to the head or foot of your bed. If an emergency strikes at night, you’ll be able to walk across debris and see where you’re going. Review your supplies kit every six months. Replace any items nearing their expiration dates. Assemble your own kit or purchase a starter kit at redcrossstore.org.

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CURRY COUNTY The following are physical addresses, non-emergency phone numbers, and websites for Curry County law enforcement, fire departments and PUDâ€™s.

If you are having an emergency, please call 9-1-1 immediately. Law Enforcement Services

Curry County Sheriff John Ward, Sheriff 541-247-3242, 1-800-543-8471 https://www.co.curry.or.us/government/county_ sheriff/index.php Brookings Police Department Kelby McCrae, Chief of Police / Director of Public Safety 541-469-3118 https://www.brookings.or.us/134/Police-Services Gold Beach Police Department Tracy Wood, Chief of Police 29592 Ellensburg Ave., Gold Beach 541-247-7029 https://www.goldbeachoregon.gov/police Port Orford Police Department Hank Hobart, Chief of Police 555 20th St., Port Orford 541-332-3581 Oregon State Police Southern Command Center, non-emergency number 1-800-442-2068 https://www.oregon.gov/osp/Pages/contact. aspx

Fire Services

Agness Illahe Rural Fire Protection District Brookings Fire & Rescue 898 Elk Dr., Brookings

Phone: 541-469-1142 https://www.brookings.or.us/132/Fire-Rescue Cape Ferrelo Rural Fire Protection District 96349 Cape Ferrelo Rd, Brookings Phone: 541-661-2128 Cedar Valley-North Bank Rural Fire Protection District Gold Beach-Wedderburn Rural Fire Protection District Gold Beach Fire Department Harbor Rural Fire Protection District Langlois Rural Fire Protection District Ophir Rural Fire Protection District Pistol River Rural Fire Protection District Port Orford Rural Fire Protection District Upper Chetco Rural Fire Protection District United States Forest Service, Rogue RiverSiskiyou National Forest Some stations are staffed seasonally

Ambulance Service Cal-Ore

Other Emergency Services

Curry County Office of Emergency Services County Disaster Plan Community Alert sign-up Poison Control Road Conditions Tsunami Warning West Coast Tsunami Warning Center https://ntwc.ncep.noaa.gov/

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Make a Plan

After a disaster, everyday services may be unavailable. Plan for power outages, limited communication, road closures and difficulty accessing clean water. In the event of a major catastrophe, a delay in help from emergency responders is inevitable. Your pre-established emergency plan will help you to be safe and comfortable and may allow you to help others before help arrives. There are several no cost steps you can take today to begin building your household’s preparedness plan.

Talk

Your plan needs to be tailored to and account for the specific needs of your household. Developing a plan for you and your household requires buy-in and agreement from everyone. Include your entire household in the planning process. Your plan should consider the following: • Does anyone have food sensitivities or other dietary needs? • Does anyone require access and functional needs equipment to remain independent (e.g., hearing devices, glasses, mobility devices, etc.)? • Are there specific medical supplies or equipment that are critical for anyone? • Are there unique needs if your household is separated when a disaster occurs (e.g., a disaster occurs while you or other members of your household are at work or school)? • Identify each person’s role in the event of a disaster, and plan to work together as a team. • Talk with your neighbors to learn what resources they have and how they might be pooled to help the community (e.g., generator, chain saw, medical skills, etc.)

Plan

• Pre-identify at least two places to meet up after a disaster. One should be near your home, in case of a local emergency like a house fire. A second should be outside your neighborhood, in case your neighborhood becomes unsafe or inaccessible following a disaster. • Identify an out-of-state contact. Everyone in your family should have the contact’s phone number to be able to check in as safe. After

a disaster, local phone lines may be down or jammed. It may be easier to make a long-distance call than a local one. Use text messages, as texting might work even when voice calls cannot be made. • Following an emergency, friends and loved ones will want to know you are safe. If you use social media, share that you are safe. You can also register yourself as “Safe” through the Red Cross Safe and Well service by visiting redcross.org/safeandwell. • Update your cell phone with emergency contact information. • For individuals without a smartphone or cell phone, be sure to write down important contacts to be notified in the event of an emergency on a piece of paper, and store these numbers in your wallet. • Consider keeping a corded landline phone for use during emergencies, since these phones do not require electricity to operate. • Create a paper copy of important contacts and information and keep it with your emergency supplies kit. • Purchase insurance coverage. Your standard residential insurance policy may not cover damage caused by a disaster. • Include your pets and/or livestock in your disaster planning. • If you have children in school, ask about the school’s emergency plans. • If you know someone in an assisted living facility, ask about the facility’s emergency plans.

Practice

• Practice household earthquake and fire drills at least twice a year. A good time to practice is each time you change your clocks for daylight savings time. • When you practice your earthquake drill, after you drop, cover and hold on, perform an assessment of your home. Review where the gas and water shut off valves are. Discuss where your household (including pets) will go if you have to evacuate. • Make practicing fun for kids by having a picnic with your emergency supplies and replace those that are used.

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