Ready San Diego Blog: 211

01/06/2010

Emergency Preparedness for Theatergoers

The American Red Cross of San Diego-Imperial Counties, the San Diego County Office of Emergency Services and 2-1-1 San Diego, the region's primary sources for community, health and disaster information, have joined together for a special emergency preparedness information session at the theater. The session will begin at 6 p.m., an hour prior to the 7 p.m. Jan. 13 performance the San Diego Repertory Theatre's "boom" in the Lyceum Space in downtown Horton Plaza. In the comedy, the main character is certain that the earth is about to be destroyed by a comet. So, if a comet hit the Earth tomorrow would you be prepared enough to survive? Hear from the experts about disaster risks in San Diego County, how to develop an emergency plan, what to include in an emergency kit, and how to stay informed in a disaster.

Jan 6, 2010 3:31:00 PM | 211, event, family disaster plan, preparedness

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09/03/2009

Assess the Hazards in Your Neighborhood

September is National Preparedness Month. Do you know whether your home is in an Earthquake-Induced Landslide Hazard Zone or near an Earthquake Fault Zone? Could you be in a coastal floodplain or a Very High Hazard Severity Zone for fires?

To prepare for a disaster and reduce risks, residents should first get informed. Learning about the natural hazards that could affect your family will assist you in taking the correct steps to minimize the impact.

For example, if you live in an Earthquake Fault Zone, you could secure your water heater, tall furniture and bookcases, electronics equipment, propane tanks and natural gas appliances among other items.

To find out what kind of zone you live or work in, go to this website link and enter an address. You can also obtain information about the natural hazards in the area, recommended actions based on your results and preparedness information.

To learn more about disaster preparedness, visit www.ReadySanDiego.org.

Sep 3, 2009 3:29:10 PM | 211, get involved, preparedness

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07/15/2009

211 Emergency Preparedness Expo

Join 211 San Diego and personnel from the Burn Institute, American Red Cross, and your local fire and law enforcement agencies to learn more about disaster preparedness, fire safety and emergency safety protocols. Mark your calendar to attend these important FREE events. Together we can all play a vital part in keeping San Diego County Fire Safe.