Emergency Preparedness

From earthquakes to windstorms, we want you to be prepared for any disaster situation. Participating in preparedness training programs and learning about emergency management will help you stay one step ahead of any crisis situation.

Programs & Resources

Learn how to respond to a disaster at free Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training lead by professional first responders.
Sign up for Nixle, the citywide emergency notifications system that disseminates information via text message, email and social media.
Subscribe to a variety of emergency notification systems to help first responders provide assistance.
Read up on emergency preparedness information, like making first aid kits, pet safety, and heat stroke prevention.

Emergency Agencies

L.A. County Office of Emergency Management
California Office of Emergency Services
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Cal Fire
Center for Disease Control and Prevention

Additional Preparedness Information

Emergency preparedness information will help you prepare for potential earthquakes, floods, windstorms, outbreaks, or other manmade and natural disasters.

Animal Preparedness

Disaster Preparedness for Pets (American Red Cross)

Pet Preparedness Brochure (Humane Society)

Emergency Preparedness

All Hazards Preparedness Guide (CDC)

Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (FEMA)

Emergency Survival Program

Emergency Supply List (Ready.gov)

Help After a Disaster (FEMA)

Heat Safety

Extreme Heat (Ready.gov)

It's Hot Outside Toolkit (CDC)