EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Preparing Southwest Utah for Emergencies: Our mission is to strengthen individual and community resilience, ensuring readiness to respond to and recover from disasters. Imagine facing a crisis without water, gas, electricity, or communication. Local officials and relief teams will respond, however, they may not reach everyone quickly. In some cases, 911 may be overwhelmed. That’s why community safety and personal preparedness are essential for protecting health and well-being in times of crisis.

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Healthcare Coalition

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FEMA Alerts

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Free In-person Training

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Medical Reserve Corps

Where will you be during an emergency?

Emergencies can happen suddenly, and you may need to leave your home or stay inside. A solid emergency plan helps keep you safe.

Start by setting up alerts from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and your local county.

Then, follow these steps: 1) Be Informed, 2) Make A Plan, 3) Get A Kit, and 4) Take Action. Be sure to sign up for our free in-person training, which is held in Southern Utah and available in all 5-counties.

Alerts | 5-Counties

BEAVER COUNTY ALERT
Beaver, Minersville, and Milford.

GARFIELD COUNTY ALERT
Panguitch, Escalante, and Boulder.

IRON COUNTY
Cedar City, Enoch, Parowan, and Summit.

KANE COUNTY
Kanab, Orderville, and Fredonia.

WASHINGTON COUNTY
St. George, Washington, Hurricane, and Ivins.

Step 1 | Be Informed

PREPAREDNESS RESOURCES 📚

BE READY UTAH
Resources and information to help Utah residents prepare for and respond to emergencies.

STATEWIDE RISK ASSESSMENT APPENDIX 2024-6
2024 comprehensive risk assessment data.

SAFETY POWER SHUTOFF
For storm and emergency preparedness to stay safe during power outages.

ACTIVE SHOOTER PREPAREDNESS
Offers resources for active shooter preparedness and physical security.

STOP THE BLEED
Training to empower individuals to assist in bleeding emergencies.

UTAH DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Oversees state emergency preparedness and response.

UTAH STATE EXTENSION SERVICE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Education for emergency preparedness and resilience.

HEALTH AND SAFETY 🏥

FLU INTRODUCTION BY THE CDC
Overview of flu, its symptoms, and preventive measures.

FLU SAFETY BY THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
Tips and guidelines for staying safe and preventing flu during flu season.

POINT OF DELIVERY (POD) REVIEW
Process and the setup for Points of Delivery (PODs) used to distribute supplies during emergencies.

PUBLIC HEALTH GUIDE
Resources for handling public health emergencies effectively.

UTAH NALOXONE
Opioid overdose and prevention.

EARTHQUAKE READINESS 🌍

EARTHQUAKE HANDBOOK
Prepare for and respond to earthquakes to keep you and your family safe.

UTAH EARTHQUAKE MAP
Utah Seismograph Network offers real-time earthquake data and a map of seismic activity in Utah.

NATURAL HAZARDS 🌪️

FIVE COUNTY NATURAL HAZARDS MITIGATION PLAN
Plan offers strategies to reduce natural hazard risks.

UTAH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
Offers information on natural hazards like earthquakes, landslides, and floods.

UTAH WILDFIRE INFO
Shares updates on wildfire conditions, restrictions, and safety information across Utah.

WEATHER MONITORING ☀️

NOAA
Delivers data and forecasts for weather, oceans, and climate.

SPACE WEATHER PREDICTION
Monitors/forecasts space weather to protect technological systems.

WEATHER.GOV
Provides real-time weather forecasts, alerts, and safety information.

Step 2 | Make A Plan

SAFETY CHECKLISTS ✅

COLD WEATHER
Provides tips and supplies needed to prepare for winter weather emergencies.

EXTREME HEAT
Prepare for and respond to extreme heat events to ensure safety during high temperatures.

POWER OUTAGE
Helps you prepare for and manage power outages with essential supplies and knowledge.

AFN SUPPORT 🤝

C-MIST EMERGENCY PLANNING
Key tips and resources for individuals with access and functional needs to prepare for emergencies.

PREPAREDNESS BUDDY
Helps individuals with access and functional needs prepare for emergencies and understand what to do during a disaster.

Step 3 | Get A Kit

EMERGENCY KITS 🧳

GENERAL PERSONAL/FAMILY GUIDE
Essential items and plans for personal and family safety during various emergencies.

CAR & OFFICE
Lists essential supplies and steps to handle minor injuries and medical emergencies until help arrives.

LONG-TERM FOOD STORAGE
Guidelines for storing non-perishable food to ensure you have enough to last through emergencies.

PET PREPAREDNESS
Includes supplies and plans to ensure your pets are safe and cared for during emergencies.

FLU/INFLUENZA
Contains supplies and medications to help manage flu symptoms and prevent the spread of illness.

PLAN 9 MATERIALS 📝

GETTING STARTED PAMPHLET
Essential information for developing an effective emergency plan.

TRAINING BOOKLET
Provides detailed guidance and tools for training and preparing your family for emergencies.

TRI-FOLD SUMMARY
Summarizes key steps and tips for making an emergency plan, offering a quick reference.

Step 4 | Get Involved

COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) 🌟

ONLINE CERT TRAINING | IRON COUNTY CERT | WASHINGTON COUNTY CERT
Essential training and resources for community members to prepare for and respond to emergencies.

LOCAL PROGRAMS 📍

AMERICAN RED CROSS OF SOUTHERN UTAH
Services provided by the American Red Cross of Southern Utah.

MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS (MRC)
Support community health and preparedness efforts during emergencies.

RCARC FOR IRON COUNTY
Emergency communication and community support.

WCARES FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY
Services for health and wellness.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 💻

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION CPR
For individuals applying to receive training in bleeding control to help save lives.

BECOME A STOP THE BLEED INSTRUCTOR
Resources for CPR training and emergency cardiovascular care to help save lives.