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The first 72 HOURS after a disaster are critical. Electricity, gas, water and telephones may be unavailable and public safety services, such as police and fire, will be busy handling serious crises. Prepare to be self-sufficient without running water, electricity, gas & telephone services for at least the first THREE DAYS.


  Emergency Preparedness, Safety & First-Aid

 
Homeland Security
"Get Ready Now"
 
 
Los Angeles County Emergency Preparedness & Response

In an emergency, the City of Alhambra will respond through a collaborative effort with local, State and Federal law enforcement agencies, including Police & Fire Services, emergency health providers, the Alhambra Unified School District, the faith-based community, the American Red Cross, and private industry. In addition, the Bureau is actively involved in the Federal Homeland Security Grant process and the procurement of equipment to aid us in our effort to serve the community.  Two significant pieces of equipment that have been attained in this way include an Emergency Preparedness Engine purchased through grant funds by the Alhambra Fire Department and a Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Command Center also purchased through grant funds by the Alhambra Police Department. (For more information, click here.)

The City of Alhambra's Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which operates out of the Office of the Chief of Police, will be activated if a major emergency should arise. The EOC brings together resources and personnel to make decisions and to coordinate the flow of information and strategies required to deal effectively with the crisis at hand.  Alerting public officials, shelter/ evacuation, search and rescue, and resource mobilization are all part of the response mode. While local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, they may not be able to reach everyone right away.  Therefore, it's critically important to make emergency preparedness plans before a disaster occurs. 

Essential things to do and "have on hand" before an emergency:

  • Discuss your family’s disaster communications plan. Make sure children know who to reach, how to reach them, and where to meet in an emergency. Check with your child’s school now so you can be aware of the school’s emergency preparedness plan. Make sure it has updated information on you and other designated caregivers. Arrange for one or more neighborhood meetings and share family emergency plans with each other. If you don't already have a copy of the "Family Disaster" Preparedness Guide, please pick one up at one of the following locations:
     
    • Alhambra City Hall-Lobby, 111 South First Street, Alhambra
    • Fire Station #71 Headquarters, 301 N. First St., Alhambra
    • Fire Station #72 Southeast District, 1215 S. Sixth St., Alhambra
    • Fire Station #73 Northwest District, 2200 W. Main St., Alhambra
    • Fire Station #74 Southwest District, 2505 W. Norwood Pl., Alhambra
       
  • Disaster Preparedness Kit:  Every family must have one and it should be kept up to date and stocked with enough supplies for at least 72 hours of self-sufficiency, including:
     
    • Food: Have enough on hand for 72 hours, preferably one week.
       
    • Water: Have enough so each person has a gallon a day for 72 hours, preferably one week. Store in airtight containers and replace it every six months. Store disinfectants such as iodine tablets or chlorine bleach (eight drops per gallon) to purify water if necessary.
       
    • First-Aid Kit: Make sure it is well-stocked, especially with bandages and disinfectants--and other items (click here for a complete list).
       
    • Fire Extinguisher: Your fire extinguisher should be suitable for all types of fires. Teach all family members how to use it.
       
    • Flashlights with Extra Batteries: Keep flashlights beside your bed and in several other locations. DO NOT use matches or candles after an earthquake until you are certain there are no gas leaks.
       
    • Portable Radio with Extra Batteries: If telephones and other electronic forms of communication are "out-of-order" or limited due to emergency use, the radio will be your best source of information
       
    • Store Extra Blankets, Clothing, Shoes and Money: You may not have access to your bank account or ATM for several days. You should also make sure you have enough blankets, clothing and shoes to keep warm if your home's heater becomes non-functional.
       
    • Alternative Cooking Source: Store a barbeque or camping stove for outdoor camping. CAUTION: Ensure there are no gas leaks before you use any kind of fire as a cooking source and do not use charcoal indoors.
       
    • Special Items: Have at least a week's supply of medications and food for infants and those with special needs. Don't forget pet food.
       
    • Tools: Have an adjustable or pipe wrench available for turning off gas and water.

Other Aspects of Emergency Preparedness Planning:

Agencies and other organizations concerned with disaster preparedness:

FIRST-AID

OTHER SAFETY PROCEDURES


Alhambra City Hall, 111 South First Street, Alhambra, CA 91801; Phone: (626) 570-5007; Fax: (626) 576-8568
Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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