Emergency Preparedness
The Deschutes County Health Services (DCHS) Public Health Emergency Preparedness Program monitors and strengthens the abilities of Deschutes County and our healthcare systems to protect the public’s health in disaster situations, such as disease pandemics and epidemics, chemical and radiological releases, severe weather, and natural disasters.
Our goal is to coordinate, plan, and communicate with the community to build a culture of resiliency and preparedness so, as a whole community, we are able to respond and rapidly recover from threats that affect public health.
Most of the time we don’t think about preparing ourselves, families, or homes for an emergency. Sometimes it’s hard to even know where to begin.
Follow the links below to learn more about what you, and your loved ones, can do to be prepared in emergencies.
Emergencies can happen with little or no notice, at any time of the day or night. It is important to know how to get information about evacuations, natural disasters, neighborhood emergencies, and more.
Visit deshutes.org/emergency for information on current emergency situations such as evacuations, shelters, and more.
Central Oregon is a beautiful place to live and visit, and while you don’t need to worry about tsunamis or hurricanes there are still several natural hazards that you should be prepared for.
Below is a list of potential hazards we face in Deschutes County, and more information on how to stay healthy and safe during each one.
After going through any traumatic event, especially a natural disaster or evacuation, it is essential to take care of yourself and your mental health.
Below are some resources to help.
