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Emergency Planning is vital to all the residents of San Luis Obispo County. Below you will find helpful information about what to do in an emergency; check lists to prepare your family for a large emergency event; and maps to route your safe evacuation.  


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     Planning Tools

      

       SLO County Planning Checklist

       CAL FIRE Wildfire Evacuation Checklist

       FEMA Disaster Planning Checklist

 


Emergency Information Websites

National Weather Service USGS  (Earthquake Information)
California Highway Patrol The Tribune
Caltrans Road Information KSBY
CAL FIRE American Red Cross SLO Chapter

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Sirens

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The outdoor warning systems is designed to alert residents and visitors about possible danger. Specific emergency announcements can be broadcast over one of the sirens which are located on poles and on top of buildings.

If you hear the siren at a time other than its regular test time in your city:

  • Stop what you are doing.
  • Stay calm.
  • Listen for possible voice announcements.
  • Turn on the radio or television, for important information

Avoid using the telephone. Do not call 9-1-1, unless you have a life-threatening emergency.

 


                                   

 
 
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 Planning Maps:

Emergency Planning Zone Map (PDF)

Earthquake Hazard Maps

Dam Inundation Maps

Public School Evacuation Information

CAL FIRE  Facilities Map 28meg

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 


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