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<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>2025 Theme: Preparedness Starts at Home<\/b><\/h3>\n
This year, we\u2019re going back to basics. Being prepared doesn\u2019t have to be complicated or expensive\u2014it just starts with a few smart steps at home.<\/p>\n
Know Your Risk<\/b><\/h3>\n
Start by figuring out what kinds of emergencies could happen where you live. Wildfires? Earthquakes? Flooding? Knowing what\u2019s possible helps you plan smarter. The City of Gardena’s Hazard Mitigation Plan<\/u><\/a> has a great breakdown of different hazards the steering committee identified.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\nMake a Family Emergency Plan<\/b><\/h3>\n
Having a plan in place before something happens makes everything easier\u2014less stress, less chaos, and potentially big savings. Ready.gov has a simple 4-step guide<\/u><\/a> and a free fillable form<\/u><\/a> to help you build your plan fast.<\/p>\n
Pro tip<\/b>: Preparing now can save you thousands later. Check out these low-cost tips<\/u><\/a><\/span> to get started without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\nBuild an Emergency Kit<\/b><\/h3>\n
Stock up on the essentials\u2014food, water, meds\u2014so you\u2019re not scrambling if something hits. A well-packed kit can keep you safe and comfortable until help arrives. And don\u2019t forget a go-bag with the must-haves in case you need to leave quickly. Ready.gov\u2019s \u201cBuild A Kit<\/u><\/span><\/a>\u201d page has a solid checklist.<\/p>\n
<\/div>\nGet Involved Locally<\/b><\/h3>\n
Emergencies move fast, and first responders might not be nearby. That\u2019s where you come in. Learning basic first aid or CPR<\/u><\/a> could literally save a life. You can take a class through local organizations or join a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) to get hands-on training in fire safety, search and rescue, and more. Please visit Tri-City CERT<\/span><\/u><\/a><\/span> for more information if you’re in or around the Gardena, Hawthorne, Lawndale area.<\/p>\n
Stay Informed with Alert SouthBay<\/b><\/h3>\n
Emergencies don\u2019t wait\u2014and neither should you. Alert SouthBay keeps you in the loop with real-time updates about local disasters, evacuations, and safety alerts straight to your phone or email.<\/p>\n
Signing up is quick, free, and could make all the difference when minutes matter. Whether it\u2019s a wildfire, earthquake, or unexpected power outage, you\u2019ll know what\u2019s happening and what to do.<\/p>\n
There are two easy ways to sign up.<\/p>\n