Thousand Oaks, CA
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The VC Recovery Page provides assistance to residents with recovery and rebuilding. Another good tool to use is the HOMEOWNERS GUIDE FOR FLOOD, DEBRIS, AND EROSION CONTROL
VC Alert and Power Outages
The VC Emergency notification system is a valuable tool for notifying the public about local emergencies. Text "VCALERT" to 313131 on your cell phone and receive a text message on how to register.
Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)
The PSPS may be used by SCE during extreme weather conditions. To learn more, visit the SCE website.
Identify Potential Hazards
The City has a Hazard Mitigation Plan that includes maps for flood zones, dam inundation areas and earthquake faults. The City's Emergency Operations Plan is also available for public review.
Up-To-Date Local Emergency Information
For information on local emergencies, please visit VCemergency.com or County OES. Another local resource is the National Weather Service.
Key Emergency Service Providers
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County OES Ready Ventura County: The Cities and County of Ventura work together to ensure families are prepared for emergencies. To learn more, please visit Ready Ventura. |
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State OES: Use this California Emergency Management Agency website to discover the hazards that exist locally and learn how to reduce YOUR risk! Remember, the best way to recover from disasters is by reducing the risks before a disaster strikes. |
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California Great Shakeout: Ready for the next earthquake? Sign up to participate in the annual Great California Shakeout earthquake drill. |
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Thousand Oaks CERT: The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer program that focuses on neighborhood preparedness. After a local emergency incident, police, fire and public works first responders may not be able to keep up with demand for public services. The purpose of CERT is to encourage individual and neighborhood preparedness. Be prepared! |
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Thousand Oaks DART: The Disaster Assistance Response Team: (DART) is a volunteer group that assists the Police Department during local emergency incidents. Classes are held at the Thousand Oaks Police Department on a regular basis. |
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Emergency Radio Communications: During an emergency incident, cellular phones may not be available. The use of radio communication is essential. Auxiliary Communications Service (ACS) are trained volunteers who support the Cities and County of Ventura and are licensed Amateur Radio Operators. |
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Ventura County Fire Department |
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