Emergency Management

2 Weeks Ready

Oregon has experienced a recent cycle of emergencies and disasters, including floods, drought, wildfires, ice storms, excessive heat, and a pandemic. If the recent disasters that have impacted our state have taught us anything, it’s that being prepared can make a big difference. Each Oregon resident should proactively prepare to be self-sufficient for at least two weeks during a disaster.

 

First responders may not be able to reach everyone impacted within hours or even days after a disaster. This is especially the case in the event of a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and/or tsunami. Being 2 Weeks Ready means having a plan and enough supplies for you and your household to survive on your own for a full two weeks should a disaster occur.

 

Learn more from the 2 Weeks Ready Campaign here. 

 

Do you need fillable Emergency Plan booklet? Pick one up at our Public Health Department.

Personal Emergency Information

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Container Belonging For Life – Lifesaving Information for Emergencies

Container Belonging For Life provides important medical information for emergencies. This project is similar to the Vial of Life, which is known across the country. LIFE stands for Lifesaving Information for Emergencies. This program helps people keep their complete medical details easily accessible at home for emergency responders. Quick access to medical history, medications, and emergency contacts is crucial during a crisis, primarily if a patient cannot communicate their needs. This program is beneficial for older adults or those with complex medical histories.

Download your Container Belonging For Life Medical Form here!  Please DOWNLOAD the form, then use its fillable option where you can digitally add all your information, and add your photo. Please SAVE your file for easy access to update and reprint as needed.

 

Get your FREE magnetic protective sleeve and door decal from the Public Health front desk, one decal per household please.

 

Instructions for completing your Container Belonging for Life:

    1. Complete the form and print, double sided
    2. Fold (long side, “hot dog style”)
    3. Place the folded, completed form and any other vital documents in your magnetic protective sleeve
    4. Place magnetic protective sleeve containing the documents on your fridge for First Responders to have easy access
    5. Place decal onto your front door

Contact Public Health for more information or questions at 541.240.8697.