Emergency Preparedness

Click HERE to watch an informational video about disaster preparedness

Step 1: Sign Up for Alerts

  1. Visit calalerts.org
  2. At the top of the page, click “Sign Up”
  3. Select your county
  4. When an emergency occurs, you will now receive an alert on your mobile device

Step 2: Create a Plan

  1. Identify three people to check in with in the event of an emergency
  2. Create a list of the names, phone numbers, emails, and addresses of the three chosen people
  3. Make copies of this list and put one copy in your emergency go-kit

Step 3: Make an Emergency Go-Kit

Regional centers may be able to provide a pre-prepared emergency go-kit. However, if this is not accessible, here is a list of essential items to consider including:

  1. Shelter & Warmth: tent, sleeping bag, poncho, body warmer, blanket
  2. Tools & First Aid: first aid kit, rope, whistle, compass, gloves, goggles, pencil, paper, sewing kit, multi-tool utility knife
  3. Light & Communication: flashlight, radio, charger, glow stick, candle
  4. Food & Water: enough food and water for three days for one person
  5. Personal Hygiene: pocket tissues, protective masks, waste bags, hygiene kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, hand sanitizer, deodorant, etc.)
  6. Personal Items: medications, small, portable assistance devices, small bills ($1, $5, and/or $10), ID card and/or driver’s license, and an extra set of clothes (pants, shirt, undergarments, and light jacket)
  7. Pet Items (If Applicable): food, medications (if necessary), an extra leash, a small bowl, and a toy

This is an example of what to include. The kit should be personalized to your needs and/or disabilities.

Resources

For more information on emergency preparedness and information in other languages, go to Emergency Preparedness – Consumer : CA Department of Developmental Services

On this webpage, you can find:

See the link at the top for further emergency resources. Information provided by the California Department of Developmental Services (DDS).