Although the year 2000 has come and gone, emergency preparedness is still important. Lake Oswego has seen floods, ice storms, windstorms, and earthquakes in the recent past. Odds are we will see them again.
Disasters usually strike without warning.
Public safety resources can be quickly overwhelmed, power outages can last for days, and roads close down. Teach all responsible family members how to shut off utilities if necessary. Know how to perform basic first aid and CPR and have a first aid kit at hand. Make sure your water heater is braced for protection from an earthquake. Make sure you have a smoke detector that works when the power is out.