Emergency Preparedness
In an emergency or natural disaster, we want to ensure you have the tools and are prepared to face unexpected situations and circumstances.
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Information and Resources
Regional Center of Orange County is committed to the safety of everyone connected to our agency – staff, the people we serve, their families, and loved ones.
Additional tools and resources will be posted here as they become available.
- American Red Cross – provides help in preparing for all types of emergencies. Practical advice for children, adults, elderly and those with disabilities.
- American Red Cross, Orange County Chapter
- FEMA Publications – on disaster preparedness are available for free download; topics include emergency supply list, individuals with disabilities, seniors, and pets.
- ReadyOC – is Orange County’s emergency and disaster preparedness resource. It is a public service campaign aimed at educating and empowering Orange County residents, businesses and the community to better prepare for emergency situations.
Government Resources
- California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
- California Office of Emergency Services Active Shooter Awareness Guidance
- Department of Developmental Services – Emergency and Disaster Preparedness for Persons Served
Active Shooter
El Niño
- CA Listos Resource Hub for Storm Season Safety – Free disaster preparedness resources in multiple languages, including flyers and other materials that can be shared with your home and community.
- Cal OES News website – California storm-season safety and preparedness guidance covering flooding, extreme cold, snow, mudslides, debris flows, power outages, and other hazards, along with emergency planning tips.
- Caltrans QuickMap – Real-time map showing California traffic cameras, road conditions, lane closures, and highway closures.
- National Weather Service – Official weather forecasts, warnings, watches, observations, and other information to help the public prepare for and respond to hazardous weather conditions.
- NWS El Niño Information & Preparedness Guide
- NWS Youtube channel – discusses El Niño in greater detail.
