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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.

What to do if. . .

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SLO County Planning Checklist

CAL FIRE Wildfire Evacuation Checklist

FEMA Disaster Planning Checklist

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

tsunami Tsunami

A local earthquake may generate tsunami waves that can reach shore in minutes. If you are on the beach or other low-lying area close to the ocean or bay, immediately evacuate by walking to higher ground.

Officials issue a tsunami warning and order evacuations;
You hear the Outdoor Warning System and it's not a test day.
The earth shakes so much that you can’t stand;
Shaking lasts longer than 20 seconds; and/or
You notice water receding from the shoreline.

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