This resilience toolkit teaches a step-by-step plan for resilience team building and neighborhood emergency preparedness. Following this 5-step plan will help create a strong foundation of community resilience based on neighbors getting to know each other and working together. During…
First things first — If you feel an earthquake do this: DROP, COVER, and HOLD ON! On the 30th anniversary of the October 17, 1989, Loma Prieta earthquake (which killed 63, injured 3,750, and caused an estimated $6 billion in…
Radio, Television Radio Ready: When the power is out and the internet is down, a radio may be your last hope for receiving critical information. The county partners with a network of Radio Ready stations to broadcast emergency notices with…
DO YOU LIVE IN AN EVACUATION “RED ZONE”? Santa Barbara County has an evacuation map that pinpoints properties in “red zones” at risk for flooding and debris flows. This interactive map is online at readysbc.org/maps/. Search your street addresses to…
Your pets need a plan, too. If your pet plan is ready for action, you and your pets will have a much safer and less stressful time coping with a natural disaster. Here are some valuable resources: County Animal Services*:…
An estimated 60 million Americans have a disability and could need extra planning and assistance when faced with a natural disaster or other community crisis. For guidance, we’ve provided a handful of downloadable documents: Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide [pdf] Home Safety…
Preparing for natural disasters is easier than you think. Here’s a straightforward step-by-step: SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS Santa Barbara County residents should sign up for Aware & Prepare emergency alerts and updates. These alerts are sent out via text…