Emergency Preparedness
Get Prepared
Hazards in Oregon
Oregon experiences many extreme weather events. It’s our responsibility as individuals and communities to be aware of hazards and risks and to prepare for the critical period immediately following a disaster. By becoming informed of the hazards in Oregon, we can take actions to protect ourselves, reduce losses and recover quickly. Visit the Oregon Department of Emergency Management Hazard and Preparedness page to learn more.
- Wildfires – Visit the State of Oregon’s Wildfire Dashboard to track active fires throughout the state.
- Extreme Heat – Find cooling centers and heat-related resources throughout Oregon using 211info.
- Winter Storms – Find winter and severe weather resources throughout Oregon using 211info.
- Floods – Learn the difference between flood watches and warnings.
- Earthquakes – ShakeAlert is an earthquake detection tool, operated by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
- Tsunamis – Stay up to date on Tsunami warnings, advisories, watches, and threats with NOAA’s Tsunami Warning System.
Be 2 Weeks Ready – Use Oregon Emergency Management’s toolkit on preparing for an emergency to build a personal plan to be ready. Being 2 Weeks Ready means having an emergency plan and enough supplies for you and everyone in your household to survive for at least two weeks following a disaster.
Plan ahead. Stay safe.
Pocket Plan – Create and practice your personal emergency action plan. This tool is a workbook you can use to collect important information on your household members including functional needs and help needed with daily activities for you and your loved ones. It provides space to list out key contacts, insurance information, emergency meeting places, and other information critical in an emergency. Once completed, every member of the household should have access to the plan.
OR – Alert – Sign up for emergency notifications. This tool is a resource to search for your local emergency alerts in Oregon. You will use your zip code to search for your local emergency alert system and then you are re-routed to their website to sign up. You can also go directly to your county sheriff or county emergency management website to sign up or update your information for alerts. Additionally, you can download the Everbridge app and register there or text in your zip code to 888777 to be anonymously registered for alerts.
Build A Kit – After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit is a collection of basic items your household may need in the event of an emergency. Don’t forget to include mobility and personal care items in your kit.
Emergency Response
2-1-1 Info – Use the location search to find local resources for any emergency throughout Oregon. Call if you need additional assistance (2-1-1 or 1-866-698-6155). Language interpreters are available.
OEM – The Oregon Department of Emergency Management provides response and recovery information including mutual aid resources, emergency operations, and the state 9-1-1 program.
FEMA – The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides resources and information for those affected by natural disasters. Download the FEMA mobile app for real-time weather alerts and disaster resources. Apply for disaster assistance.
Disability & Disaster Hotline – The Partnership’s Disability & Disaster Hotline provides information, referrals, guidance, technical assistance and resources to people with disabilities, families, allies, and organizations assisting disabled disaster survivors and others seeking assistance with immediate and urgent disaster-related needs. Call the hotline.
Red Cross Disaster Relief – If you are in immediate need of help, please contact your local Red Cross or find an open shelter. The Red Cross Resource Directory is powered by findhelp, a social care network that connects people with free and reduced cost services in local communities.
