The Anchorage, Alaska 7.0 magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami warning, which was later canceled, reminds us all to be prepared for these kinds of unpredictable disasters. Having a disaster plan and supplies and practicing your response with your family could mean escaping serious harm.
San Diego County area fire chiefs are preparing for a potentially dangerous peak fire season due to historically dry fuel conditions. Residents are reminded to take all precautions and be ready to evacuate if needed.
In a local emergency, people who don’t speak English or Spanish may not understand urgent information put out by government agencies and media. This is a challenge faced by public health departments and local emergency managers throughout the country, but San Diego County is trying out a solution by partnering with a broad network of trusted community organizations.
San Diego is one of just 28 counties in the country, and the only local government in California, to achieve these standards of excellence.
Do you own a property with a well in San Diego County? Is it dry due to our prolonged statewide drought? Help is available.
Meet some veterans of disaster clean-up: the California Southern Baptist Disaster Relief organization. They come quietly to help with disaster relief efforts “just because they care.”
