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How Events are Sorted:
First, at the top of the list: SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next in the list: Bundled “All Day” Events for organizations with events happening at multiple times throughout the day and/or in many formats or locations; these are bundled into a single listing to prevent endless scrolling. Usually these offer a lookup by zip code or other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. Warmlines and places east of Oregon’s time zone tend to start earlier (e.g. 4am in Oregon is 7am in New York).
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
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National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
Contact: Afiq Hisham, 971-273-3374, PHD.Communications@state.or.us
Public Health Advisory Board funding workgroup meets in September and October
What: The Public Health Advisory Board public health modernization funding workgroup will hold four meetings.
Agendas:
Sept. 13: Review last meeting; discuss community-based organization (CBO) and local public health authority (LPHA) public health modernization work plan templates and key definitions.
Sept. 26: Review last meeting; discuss local public health role in community-based organization grant application review process; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 16: Recap last meeting; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 30: Recap last meeting; finalize strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs; evaluate meeting process and outcomes; determine next steps.
All meetings are open to the public. A public comment period will be held at the end of the meeting.
When and where:
Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9 – 10:30 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617212036?pwd=OWJmeVZRM0JBMUlmMUFJQlpVK2ZvUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1617212036#
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1609329861?pwd=YzBrUExLbVNBb1BkWklOVGcvL3hrQT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1609329861#
Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612407829?pwd=Q0JUaENUQTNEWGFBYnI0TzRZb0phUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612407829#
Monday, Oct. 30, 9:30. – 11 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612494903?pwd=bFVkR0ovb0VCb2RxRjI0ME5qUk0xUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612494903#
Oregon’s Public Health Advisory Board provides guidance for Oregon’s governmental public health system and oversees the implementation of public health modernization and Oregon’s State Health Improvement Plan.
# # #
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters.
- Written materials in other languages.
- Braille.
- Large print.
- Audio and other formats.
If you need help or have questions, please contact Cara Biddlecom at 971-673-2284, 711 TTY, or publichealth.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
COVID-19 Vaccine Access Information
Información de acceso a la vacuna COVID-19
English & Espanol
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
Weekly Update: Vaccines, Session Progress, Budget Hearing
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
Contact: Afiq Hisham, 971-273-3374, PHD.Communications@state.or.us
Public Health Advisory Board funding workgroup meets in September and October
What: The Public Health Advisory Board public health modernization funding workgroup will hold four meetings.
Agendas:
Sept. 13: Review last meeting; discuss community-based organization (CBO) and local public health authority (LPHA) public health modernization work plan templates and key definitions.
Sept. 26: Review last meeting; discuss local public health role in community-based organization grant application review process; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 16: Recap last meeting; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 30: Recap last meeting; finalize strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs; evaluate meeting process and outcomes; determine next steps.
All meetings are open to the public. A public comment period will be held at the end of the meeting.
When and where:
Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9 – 10:30 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617212036?pwd=OWJmeVZRM0JBMUlmMUFJQlpVK2ZvUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1617212036#
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1609329861?pwd=YzBrUExLbVNBb1BkWklOVGcvL3hrQT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1609329861#
Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612407829?pwd=Q0JUaENUQTNEWGFBYnI0TzRZb0phUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612407829#
Monday, Oct. 30, 9:30. – 11 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612494903?pwd=bFVkR0ovb0VCb2RxRjI0ME5qUk0xUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612494903#
Oregon’s Public Health Advisory Board provides guidance for Oregon’s governmental public health system and oversees the implementation of public health modernization and Oregon’s State Health Improvement Plan.
# # #
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters.
- Written materials in other languages.
- Braille.
- Large print.
- Audio and other formats.
If you need help or have questions, please contact Cara Biddlecom at 971-673-2284, 711 TTY, or publichealth.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
COVID-19 Vaccine Access Information
Información de acceso a la vacuna COVID-19
English & Espanol
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
Weekly Update: Vaccines, Session Progress, Budget Hearing
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
Contact: Afiq Hisham, 971-273-3374, PHD.Communications@state.or.us
Public Health Advisory Board funding workgroup meets in September and October
What: The Public Health Advisory Board public health modernization funding workgroup will hold four meetings.
Agendas:
Sept. 13: Review last meeting; discuss community-based organization (CBO) and local public health authority (LPHA) public health modernization work plan templates and key definitions.
Sept. 26: Review last meeting; discuss local public health role in community-based organization grant application review process; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 16: Recap last meeting; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 30: Recap last meeting; finalize strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs; evaluate meeting process and outcomes; determine next steps.
All meetings are open to the public. A public comment period will be held at the end of the meeting.
When and where:
Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9 – 10:30 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617212036?pwd=OWJmeVZRM0JBMUlmMUFJQlpVK2ZvUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1617212036#
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1609329861?pwd=YzBrUExLbVNBb1BkWklOVGcvL3hrQT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1609329861#
Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612407829?pwd=Q0JUaENUQTNEWGFBYnI0TzRZb0phUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612407829#
Monday, Oct. 30, 9:30. – 11 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612494903?pwd=bFVkR0ovb0VCb2RxRjI0ME5qUk0xUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612494903#
Oregon’s Public Health Advisory Board provides guidance for Oregon’s governmental public health system and oversees the implementation of public health modernization and Oregon’s State Health Improvement Plan.
# # #
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters.
- Written materials in other languages.
- Braille.
- Large print.
- Audio and other formats.
If you need help or have questions, please contact Cara Biddlecom at 971-673-2284, 711 TTY, or publichealth.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
COVID-19 Vaccine Access Information
Información de acceso a la vacuna COVID-19
English & Espanol
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
Weekly Update: Vaccines, Session Progress, Budget Hearing
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
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National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
Contact: Afiq Hisham, 971-273-3374, PHD.Communications@state.or.us
Public Health Advisory Board funding workgroup meets in September and October
What: The Public Health Advisory Board public health modernization funding workgroup will hold four meetings.
Agendas:
Sept. 13: Review last meeting; discuss community-based organization (CBO) and local public health authority (LPHA) public health modernization work plan templates and key definitions.
Sept. 26: Review last meeting; discuss local public health role in community-based organization grant application review process; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 16: Recap last meeting; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 30: Recap last meeting; finalize strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs; evaluate meeting process and outcomes; determine next steps.
All meetings are open to the public. A public comment period will be held at the end of the meeting.
When and where:
Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9 – 10:30 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617212036?pwd=OWJmeVZRM0JBMUlmMUFJQlpVK2ZvUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1617212036#
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1609329861?pwd=YzBrUExLbVNBb1BkWklOVGcvL3hrQT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1609329861#
Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612407829?pwd=Q0JUaENUQTNEWGFBYnI0TzRZb0phUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612407829#
Monday, Oct. 30, 9:30. – 11 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612494903?pwd=bFVkR0ovb0VCb2RxRjI0ME5qUk0xUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612494903#
Oregon’s Public Health Advisory Board provides guidance for Oregon’s governmental public health system and oversees the implementation of public health modernization and Oregon’s State Health Improvement Plan.
# # #
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters.
- Written materials in other languages.
- Braille.
- Large print.
- Audio and other formats.
If you need help or have questions, please contact Cara Biddlecom at 971-673-2284, 711 TTY, or publichealth.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
COVID-19 Vaccine Access Information
Información de acceso a la vacuna COVID-19
English & Espanol
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
Weekly Update: Vaccines, Session Progress, Budget Hearing
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
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National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
Contact: Afiq Hisham, 971-273-3374, PHD.Communications@state.or.us
Public Health Advisory Board funding workgroup meets in September and October
What: The Public Health Advisory Board public health modernization funding workgroup will hold four meetings.
Agendas:
Sept. 13: Review last meeting; discuss community-based organization (CBO) and local public health authority (LPHA) public health modernization work plan templates and key definitions.
Sept. 26: Review last meeting; discuss local public health role in community-based organization grant application review process; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 16: Recap last meeting; discuss strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs.
Oct. 30: Recap last meeting; finalize strategies for coordination between CBOs and LPHAs; evaluate meeting process and outcomes; determine next steps.
All meetings are open to the public. A public comment period will be held at the end of the meeting.
When and where:
Wednesday, Sept. 13, 9 – 10:30 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617212036?pwd=OWJmeVZRM0JBMUlmMUFJQlpVK2ZvUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1617212036#
Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2:30 – 4 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1609329861?pwd=YzBrUExLbVNBb1BkWklOVGcvL3hrQT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1609329861#
Monday, Oct. 16, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612407829?pwd=Q0JUaENUQTNEWGFBYnI0TzRZb0phUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612407829#
Monday, Oct. 30, 9:30. – 11 a.m.: ZoomGov https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1612494903?pwd=bFVkR0ovb0VCb2RxRjI0ME5qUk0xUT09
Conference call: (669) 254-5252, participant code 1612494903#
Oregon’s Public Health Advisory Board provides guidance for Oregon’s governmental public health system and oversees the implementation of public health modernization and Oregon’s State Health Improvement Plan.
# # #
Everyone has a right to know about and use Oregon Health Authority (OHA) programs and services. OHA provides free help. Some examples of the free help OHA can provide are:
- Sign language and spoken language interpreters.
- Written materials in other languages.
- Braille.
- Large print.
- Audio and other formats.
If you need help or have questions, please contact Cara Biddlecom at 971-673-2284, 711 TTY, or publichealth.policy@odhsoha.oregon.gov, at least 48 hours before the meeting.
COVID-19 Vaccine Access Information
Información de acceso a la vacuna COVID-19
English & Espanol
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORLEG/bulletins/2cd30a8
Weekly Update: Vaccines, Session Progress, Budget Hearing
Oregon Wildfire
Response & Recovery
Stay safe, stay informed and stay connected. Access resources before, during and after wildfires.
Find evacuation information in your area
Check with your county Sheriff’s Office or Emergency Manager for local evacuation information updates.
Sign up for Emergency Alerts! Get lifesaving alerts and instructions during emergencies to help you and others stay safe in Oregon.
County & Tribal Emergency Management Contacts
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Leve
Wildfire season has officially begun. The information below is here to help you understand the most common terms and resources to keep you safe and informed.
Public Alerts
By providing contact information, county residents can opt-in to receive critical emergency messaging via email, phone call and text during times of disasters. Important messages that could be relayed include notices to evacuate, shelter-in-place, shelter locations and other extremely important information. Extreme heat related information would not be send via public alerts.
Sign up, log into your account, or view current alerts HERE
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A Red Flag warning means warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected. Combined, this produces increased risk of fire danger. This warning does not mean a wildfire has started.
What is a Public Service Power Shutoff?
A Public Service Power Shutoff is a safety measure designed to help protect communities in high fire-risk areas by proactively shutting off electricity during extreme and dangerous weather conditions that might cause the electricity system to spark wildfires. If a PSPS becomes necessary, the utilities will work to inform their customers directly. Outages could last several hours or multiple days. Find more information from PGE HERE.
For individuals with a medical conditions that requires power, please contact your service provider in advance of an outage to register a Medical Certificate.
A PSPS and wildfire specific emergency kit supply list has been attached to this email.
Know the Evacuation Levels
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
Level 1: Be Ready
Be aware, prepare and stay informed. This is the time to prepare and be ready to evacuate. Older adults, people with special needs, or mobile property owners should take action early. Consider moving pets and livestock early.
Level 2: Be Set
Be ready to leave with little notice and relocate to a safe place outside of the affected area. You will have limited time to gather necessary items and it may become unsafe to do so.
Level 3: GO!
Evacuate now! Leave immediately! It is unsafe for you to stay in the area. This will be the last notice you receive until officials declare it is safe to return to the area.
LINKS TO ORIGINAL RESOURCES
- Up to date wildfire information: https://www.clackamas.us/
wildfires - Clackamas County Shelter info: https://www.clackamas.us/
relief - Evacuation maps: https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.
arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/ index.html?id= fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b 30 - Public Alert sign-up: https://member.everbridge.net/
index/892807736729067#/signup - PGE How to Prepare for a PSPS: https://portlandgeneral.com/
outages-safety/be-prepared/ prepare-your-home?utm_source= home-connection&utm_medium= print-newsletter&utm_campaign= home-connection&utm_content= 2022-july-outage-with- preparation-comes-peace-of- mind - Heat safety and preparedness in multiple languages: https://www.heat.gov/
WILDFIRE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE AND RECOVERY
CALL 911 for emergency assistance.
Call 211 or visit 211info.org
for information and/or resources.
DISCLAIMER:
This information is provided solely as a courtesy without any guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Nothing in this communication, nor any content linking to or from this communication, is intended to substitute for advice or counsel from qualified professionals. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.
WARNING:
Never rely on any map for a decision regarding evacuation, or other precautionary actions.
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
DEFINITIONS / TERMS for Warning Status or Evacuation Level
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National Weather Service Fire Warning Statuses
RED FLAG WARNING
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Red Flag Warning
to an alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions
happening NOW or expected VERY SOON.
Be extremely careful with open flames.
BEGIN to take action steps NOW for safety.
FIRE WEATHER WATCH
The National Weather Service (NWS) may issue a
Fire Weather Watch
to alert people if there are
critical fire weather conditions POSSIBLE
but not immediate or happening now.
BE PREPARED to take action steps SOON for safety.
Source:
National Weather Service – Fire Information
https://www.weather.gov/fire
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Oregon Emergency Evacuation Levels
LEVEL 1: “BE READY” for potential evacuation.
Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, and county website to receive updated information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.
If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to a level 2 or 3 for this area.
LEVEL 2: “BE SET” to evacuate
You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice
This level indicates there is significant danger in your area, and residents should either voluntarily evacuate now to a shelter or to family/friend’s home outside of the affected area.
If choosing to remain, residents need to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items but doing so is at their own risk.
This may be the only notice you receive.
Continue to monitor your telephone devices, local media sources, county website to receive further information. If conditions worsen, public safety will issue an upgrade to level 3 for this area and will make every attempt to return to this location with the new upgrade notice.
LEVEL 3: “GO” Evacuate NOW
Leave immediately!
Danger in your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this notice, you must understand that Public Safety Officials may not be available to assist you further.
DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
This may be the last notice you receive until the notice is cancelled or downgraded.
Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until conditions are deemed safe by Public Safety Officials. Local and regional media partners (digital, print, radio), public safety and county website-social media sites-call center will provide periodic updates.
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STATE OF OREGON
OREGON – OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT – CURRENT HAZARDS DASHBOARD
Information on fires, volcanoes, earthquakes, floods, transportation, shelters and more.
plus daily report from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Association)
or
OREGON WILDFIRE SITE
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – CURRENT HAZARDS
(Public Health /Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/PREPAREDNESS/CURRENTHAZARDS/Pages/index.aspx
OREGON – PUBLIC HEALTH DIVISION – EXTREME HEAT
(Public Health / Preparedness)
https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/prepare/pages/prepareforextremeheat.aspx
UNITED STATES – FEDERAL / NATIONAL
READY.GOV (Preparedness, checklists, information for the whole family)
https://www.ready.gov
FEMA Locations – Search by State / Zip Code
https://www.fema.gov/locations
FEMA Service Referrals and Resources for OREGON (PDF format file)
https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/2020-09/fema_oregon-referral_dr-4562.pdf
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
** IMMEDIATE NEEDS **
such as
SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, MEDICAL, etc.
EVACUATE OR STAY PUT?
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/evacuate-or-stay-put
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
FIND EMERGENCY SHELTER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-shelter
EMERGENCY FOOD AND WATER
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/immediate-needs/emergency-food-and-water
DISASTER DISTRESS HOTLINE – TOLL FREE – MULTILINGUAL
CALL 1-800 985 5990
or
TEXT “TalkWithUs” to 66746
The Disaster Distress Helpline,
1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline
dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.
ALERTS AND INFORMATION
NEW OR-ALERT System
OR-Alert is an effort to ensure statewide access to receive alerts, warnings, and notifications (AWN) systems, enabling real-time sharing of hazard information across Oregon’s 36 counties and tribal governments. This technology also allows county emergency managers to access notification tools including FEMA’s Integrated Alerts and Warnings System (IPAWS) which is capable of issuing messaging to all cell phones in a geographic area.
This OR-Alert page will direct you to the sign up page for each county in Oregon
When it comes to evacuation, DisasterAssistance.org says:
“Check with local tv and radio”
(7/12/2021)
Wikipedia:
Oregon Radio Stations
Oregon TV Stations
NOAA – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration:
Oregon National Weather Radio Stations
Oregon Weather Alerts – Statewide
or By County or By Zone
PUBLIC ALERTS – Signup to Get Alerts
https://www.publicalerts.org/signup
Clackamas County
http://www.clackamas.us/emergency/ccens.html
Columbia County
https://www.columbia911.com/general/page/columbia-alert-network-can
Linn & Benton County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085613276#/login
Marion County
https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736721950#/login
Salem
https://www.cityofsalem.net/Pages/get-community-alerts.aspx
Multnomah County Call Aging & Disability Helpline for Assistance Registering at 503 988 3646
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612905#/login
Washington County – Tigard residents can register for City Alert (https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/1E28B1D668D7) & Washco;
other residents should register only for the Washco County Alert System
http://www.wccca.com/wcens/
FLASH ALERT messaging system – has news etc. from various sources / agencies / locations
https://www.flashalert.net/
BY OREGON COUNTY / REGION
https://www.flashalert.net/regions/portland-vancouver-salem/?CatName=Counties%2FRegional&Texting=0
METCOM911 ALERTS (Marion County)
https://www.metcom911.com/
DISASTER MAPS including FLOODING, WILDFIRES
FIRE MAPS by USDA USFS & NASA
(U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service & National Aeronautical Space Administration)
FIRMS = Fire Incident Resource Management System for USA & CANADA
https://firms.modaps.eosdis.nasa.gov/usfs/
Formerly USDA USFS Active Fire Mapping
https://fsapps.nwcg.gov/afm/imagery.php
DISASTER MAPS
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer-disaster-maps.html
CURRENT WILDLAND FIRES – USA INTERACTIVE MAP
https://mappingsupport.com/p2/gissurfer.php?center=40.749596,-111.533203&zoom=5&basemap=USA_basemap&overlay=VIIRS_24_hours,MODIS_24_hours&txtfile=https://mappingsupport.com/p2/special_maps/disaster/USA_wildland_fire.txt
Other Maps
RED CROSS SITES / REGION MAP FOR OREGON & MAP FOR OREGON & WASHINGTON
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/locations.html
FIRE, WEATHER & AVALANCHE CENTER – MAPS FOR WILDFIRES AND OTHER HAZARDS
https://www.fireweatheravalanche.org/fire/
The Fire, Weather & Avalanche Center’s (FWAC) mission as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is to build user-friendly products for the public—with an emphasis on the backcountry. We are currently building new tools all the time, but could always use support from you to bring these features to life! Our Wildfire Map shows every wildland fire burning around the country. Check to see if there are any wildfires are burning near you.
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)
GIS Server List (links to geographic information such as cooling centers)
https://mappingsupport.com/p/surf_gis/list-federal-state-county-city-GIS-servers.pdf
AIR QUALITY
AirNow.gov reports air quality using the official U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded index designed to communicate whether air quality is healthy or unhealthy for you. When you know the AQI in your area, you can take steps to protect your health. For more information, check out the links below:
AIRNOW.GOV
https://www.airnow.gov
AIRNOW.GOV Report on Portland, Oregon Air Quality
https://www.airnow.gov/?city=Portland&state=OR&country=USA
USA INTERACTIVE AIR QUALITY MAP
https://gispub.epa.gov/airnow/
OREGON AIR QUALITY BY CITY
https://www.airnow.gov/state/?name=oregon
USA INTERACTIVE FIRE & SMOKE MAP
https://fire.airnow.gov/
CALLING 911 with a CELL PHONE
TIP: Calling 911 with a cell phone the smart way – see if you can get better coordinates in case of emergency
PROBLEM:
Coordinates may not be accurate or precise for authorities to find you if you call 911 by cell phone.
POSSIBLE IMPROVEMENT:
There may be some ways to improve this for better coordinates in case of emergency.
Check out this article on the smart way to call 911 with a cell phone
https://findmesar.com/p/pdf/smart-way-call-911-with-cell-phone.pdf
and decide if you want to consider any or all of these to get better coordinates in case of emergency:
1) changing certain settings on your device (see the article above for details),
2) downloading the app FindMeSAR to your device, and/or
3) visit https://findmesar.com in your web browser
Credit: Found this tip on: https://mappingsupport.com/
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Excerpt(s) from another PeerGalaxy listing:
Facebook Groups for People affected by Wildfire, Smoke, etc. in Oregon plus Resource Links
To join a Facebook Group, login to Facebook on your browser. Click a link to a group (see below). Then, click JOIN. You may be asked to answer up to 3 questions. Usually these questions ask if you agree to group rules (no spam, no harassment, etc.) and if you have direct lived experience, especially if the group is closed / reserved for people with lived experience.
More groups may become available. If you have one to share, please share via email: webmail@peergalaxy.com
FACEBOOK GROUP PAGES
For people affected by recent wildfires in Oregon
1. Oregon Fires 2020 / 2021
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1481912815460351/
2. Wildfire Home Loss Peer Support Community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1593879390927628/
3. Rising from the Ashes of the Canyon (2020)
https://www.facebook.com/groups/risefromtheashessantiamcanyon/
4. Bruler Fire 2021
https://www.facebook.com/brulerfire2021/
MORE WILDFIRE RESOURCES
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP)
The COVID-19 & Oregon Wildfire Outreach Program (COWOP) empowers communities by connecting people to resources and services such as COVID-19 vaccination info; food, rent, and utility assistance; emotional support; and so much more. Rebuilding lives and livelihoods after a disaster isn’t something anyone needs to do alone.
Serving Statewide
English: Call or text 971- 420-1028
Spanish: Call or text 971- 420-1018
Link: cowop2021.org
WILDFIRE WELLNESS TOOLKIT
https://www.cowop2021.org/en/wellness-toolkit
Excerpt(s):
The purpose of this guide is to support individuals, caregivers, and families impacted by wildfire. We hope to provide resources to improve general wellness and tools for resiliency, knowing that people with greater feelings of wellness are better equipped to support their family and community.
1. Coping with Stress
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue1.pdf
2. Wildfire Resources
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue2.pdf
3. Strength and Resilience
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue3.pdf
4. Values: A Personal Compass
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue4.pdf
5. Caregiver Edition
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue5.pdf
6. Your Personal Wellness Vision
https://www.cowop2021.org/s/Wildfire_Toolkit_Issue6.pdf
WILDFIRE SUPPORT PHONE NUMBERS
Clackamas County Health, Housing & Human Services
1-503-655-8585
ADAPT of Douglas County
1-800-866-9780
Marion County Health & Human Services
1-503-588-5288
Jackson County Health & Human Services
1-541-774-8201
Klamath Basin Behavioral Health
1-541-883-1030
Lane County Health & Human Services
1-541-687-4000
Lincoln County Health & Human Services
1-866-266-0288
Linn County Health Services
1-800-560-5535
WARMLINES / HELPLINES
1. Disaster Distress Helpline offers 24/7 free and confidential disaster crisis counseling to anyone in the United States at 1-800-985-5990
2. Oregon Behavioral Health Support Line offers free confidential support to Oregonians at 1-800-923-HELP (4357)
3. Lines for Life offers 24-hour crisis support for drug addiction, alcohol abuse, and thoughts of suicide to youth, military personnel and their families, and those affected by substance abuse at 1-800-273-8255
4. David Romprey Warmline offers free confidential peer support to Oregonians week based on the framework of Intentional Peer Support.
We focus on building relationships that are mutual, explorative, and conscious of power. We don’t try to “fix” people, rather, we would love to connect with you to listen, share, and learn with you as we both move forward in our life journeys.
Daily, Monday-Sunday, 9am-11pm PST at: 1-800-698-2392
NOTE: During periods of large call volume, hold times can vary; there is usually an option to get a call back without losing your place in line.
OTHER RESOURCE PAGES
In addition, you may want to visit these resource pages
1. State of Oregon Wildfire Resource Website
https://wildfire.oregon.gov
2. US DHS Disaster Assistance
https://www.disasterassistance.gov
3. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management), Oregon Wildfires (EM-3542-OR) page:
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/3542
Event started 9/8/2020, Emergency declared 9/10/2020
4. FEMA Press Release:
State of Oregon and FEMA Working Together to Deliver Coordinated Wildfire Response
https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200913/state-oregon-and-fema-working-together-deliver-coordinated-wildfire-response
5. American Red Cross Shelters
For temporary sheltering needs, Oregon wildfire survivors can find locations available at www.RedCross.org/shelter
6. Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD)
For verified disaster relief organizations
https://orvoad.communityos.org/cms/
7. Are you seeing signs of PTSD following the fires? Here’s what you can do from home
https://ktvl.com/news/news-10-first-alert-fire/are-you-seeing-signs-of-ptsd-following-the-fires-heres-what-you-can-do-from-home
8. Emergency Alert System review on its way in Jackson County
https://ktvl.com/station/news-10-first-alert-fire-recovery
9. Free Crisis Counseling
Free crisis counseling is available for Oregon residents affected by historic wildfire season
10. Health organization puts $500,000 toward post-fire recovery
https://mailtribune.com/news/top-stories/health-organization-puts-500000-toward-post-fire-recovery?fbclid=IwAR39JRJb7nfId4Fis2esZG_Jsuqsm_W5x_eI-bv5zXtdy-eRpwf6qp0fqGY
DISCLAIMER: Information is provided solely as a courtesy with guarantees or warranties of any kind whatsoever. Use at your own risk and expense. You are hereby notified and advised to seek counsel from qualified professionals at your own risk and expense.