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Disaster Equipment and Supplies
Programs that buy and store gear and supplies used during disaster responses or mutual aid, including rental options.
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Disaster Preparedness Information
Programs that teach the public how to prepare before, during, and after a major disaster to stay safe and protect property.
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Drought Preparedness Information
Education and tips on how to handle water shortages during dry periods.
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Earthquake Preparedness Information
Guidance on how to stay safe and protect property before and during an earthquake.
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Extreme Heat Preparedness Information
Advice on how to stay safe and healthy during dangerously hot weather.
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Flood Preparedness Information
Safety tips and planning guides for dealing with rising floodwaters.
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Hazardous Materials Preparedness Information
Information on how to prepare for accidental chemical spills or toxic material leaks.
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Landslide/Mudslide Preparedness Information
Safety measures and warnings for areas at risk of sliding ground or mud.
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Terrorism Preparedness Information
Guidelines on how to stay alert and respond to potential terror threats.
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Wildland Fire Preparedness Information
Advice on how to protect homes and property from wildfires before they start.
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Citizen Corps
Local volunteer groups that help communities prepare for emergencies and everyday hazards.
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Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning
Programs that help communities and organizations create official plans for handling emergencies.
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Disaster Mitigation & Property Protection

Long-term proactive actions, flood diversion systems, government insurance programs, and building retrofits.

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Find local distribution sites, pickup locations, and materials to help safeguard your property from rising water and heavy rainfall. Call 2-1-1 or search our resource database below.

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Disaster Mitigation
Long-term actions taken to reduce the severity of future disasters on people and property.
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Sandbags/Water Diversion Systems
Tools and materials like sandbags used to block and redirect floodwaters away from buildings.
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Government Disaster Insurance Programs
Government-backed insurance policies that help property owners rebuild after natural disasters.
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Property Retrofitting Services
Upgrades made to buildings to help them better withstand earthquakes, floods, or high winds.
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Immediate Relief & Basic Supplies

Short-term aid, food distribution, cooling programs, and essential survival provisions for disaster victims.

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Disaster Relief Services
Short-term aid given to victims right after a disaster, such as food, shelter, and basic supplies.
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Disaster Related Clothing/Emergency Supplies
Free clothes and essential survival items given to people who lost their belongings in a disaster.
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Extreme Heat Cooling Programs
Public cooling centers and programs to help people escape dangerous heat waves.
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Mobile Laundry Services
Portable wash stations that let disaster victims and relief workers clean their clothes.
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Post Disaster Food Services
Free meals and food supplies handed out to people affected by a disaster.
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Post Disaster Points of Distribution
Designated local sites where people can pick up emergency food, water, and supplies.
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Temporary Post Disaster Transportation
Free or emergency rides for people displaced or stranded by a disaster.
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Information & Support Services

Real-time service updates, shelter information, crisis mental health support, and inquiries.

Stay Informed: Official County Alerts

Register your mobile phone or email at Alertsandiego.org to receive emergency notifications, evacuation orders, and disaster preparedness guides directly from the county.

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Critical Service Status Information
Real-time updates on whether essential community services like power, water, and transit are working and when schools are open or closed.
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Disaster Related Rumor Control
Official channels that track down and correct false information spreading during a crisis.
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Disaster Related Shelter Services
Temporary safe places to sleep for people forced out of their homes by an emergency.
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Disaster Survivor Inquiries
Services that help family members find loved ones or report missing people after a disaster.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance
Financial help for workers who lost their jobs because of a disaster.
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General Disaster Information
Broad updates and safety instructions broadcast to the public during an active emergency.
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Post Disaster Mental Health Services
Counseling and emotional support to help people cope with the trauma of a disaster.
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Financial Assistance

Insurance guidance, government loans, case management, and financial support for rebuilding.

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Disaster Claims Information
Guidance on how to file insurance or government claims to get money for disaster damages.
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Disaster Loans
Low-interest government loans to help people and businesses repair storm-damaged property.
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Disaster Related Case Management
One-on-one guides who help disaster survivors navigate recovery programs and long-term aid.
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Disaster Related Fraud Reporting
Hotlines and tools to report scams and fake charities targeting disaster victims.
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Post Disaster Housing Assistance
Programs that help displaced residents find temporary rentals or long-term housing solutions.
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Cleanup & Community Help

Cleanup crews, donation coordination, service hotlines, and volunteer opportunities.

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Disaster Donations Coordination
Systems that sort and distribute public gifts, supplies, and money where they are needed most.
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Disaster Service Centers/Hotlines
Dedicated phone lines and local offices where survivors can ask questions and request recovery help.
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Post Disaster Cleanup
Crews and resources that help clear debris, mud, and ruined items from homes and streets.
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Disaster/Emergency Services Volunteer Opportunities
Chances for everyday people to sign up and help out during disaster relief efforts.
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Emergency Operations

Relief groups, government response centers, tribal offices, and specialized agencies coordinating emergency operations.

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Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations
Groups that help people affected by fires, natural disasters, or military conflicts by providing food, clothing, shelter, and medical care.
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Government Emergency Operations Centers
Secure command sites set up by governments to manage and coordinate emergency responses.
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Tribal Offices of Emergency Services
Tribal government offices that plan for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and natural disasters on tribal lands.
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Disaster Response Services
Immediate actions and support provided right after a disaster hits to protect lives and secure the area.
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