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Emergency Preparedness

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Emergency Preparedness

Learn how to get ready for an emergency or natural disaster and find out more about volunteer opportunities.

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Be Earthquake Safe

For people living and working in San Mateo County, we all know the next big earthquake is not “if” but “when.” Now is the time to create your family communications plan, compile your earthquake kit, sign up to receive critical information and practice the “Drop, Cover and Hold” method recommended by the Earthquake Country Alliance.

Make A Communications Plan

There’s a good chance your family and loved ones won’t be together when an earthquake strikes, so plan ahead on how you will contact one another.  Here are some ideas:

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Tips for Terrorism Preparedness

In recent years, the threat of terrorism has been brought home to America, however, it is not a new threat, and you can do something about it. For years, San Mateo County has prepared for a variety of potential disasters. These techniques can help.

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We have extensive resources to help prevent these threats and to take care of community residents who may be victims of such an attack. Police, Fire, HazMat and Health workers are in close communication for threat management.