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| March 2010
Vol.1 Issue 2 |
Spring Into Action
Prepare4 Newsletter
Newsletter Action List:
Ready San Diego Business Alliance Conference
Cyber Security and You
CPR Saturday March 13th
Flood Awareness Week March 15-19
Earthquake Faults and Tsunamis in San Diego County
"Embrace Life" A UK Seatbelt Safety Campaign Video
Severe Weather Preparedness
Silently Saving Lives
Train, Light Rail and Subway Safety
Spring Into Action With the Volunteer Spirit
Safety for Women-A Prepare4 Public Safety Announcement |
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Hello Prepared Reader,
"Spring Ahead" or "Fall Back", that is how some remember which direction to turn their clocks.
In the early morning hours of March 14th we will be "springing ahead" for daylight savings time we are also reminded to change the batteries or test our smoke, carbon monoxide or heat detectors.
Take a moment to look at the Newsletter Action List above there are many things that we can do to
"Spring into Action".
Prepare4 publishes a newsletter and an advisory on a monthly basis both of these publications educate and encourage action.
Thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedule to consider an article or video from this newsletter.
Be Safe, Be Well.
Sincerely,
Tod |
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Ready San Diego Business Alliance Conference |
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Business Taking Care of Business
In the first hours of a major earthquake 98% of the rescues are performed by the local citizenery.
Businesses, civic organizations and media groups have the unique opportunity to "bridge the gap" with needed resources and helping hands.
On February 25th the Ready San Diego Business Alliance Conference was held to forge a working relationship between the County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services and the San Diego business and civic community.
There are approximately 20,000 well qualified responders in the county but there are many more employees, families and civic members who will be the "first responder" when an event occurs.
San Diego's corporate and civic organizations play an integral role in emergency preparedness! Find out how your business or organization can be a part of this vital and beneficial alliance.
Additional Links:
Become a Business Alliance Member its free and the benefits are invaluable.
County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services
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Cyber Security |
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Cyber Security and You
Cisco made headlines Tuesday (3/9) announcing a next generation router that will revolutionize
the internet by increasing downloads to unheard of speeds. Imagine downloading your favorite movie in 4 minutes Cisco says this new router will "forever change the internet".
The digital age has brought about many wonderful advances and also many challenges-cybercrime.
If you, your family and friends use the internet regularly you would do well to take a moment to consider some of the links below to learn a little more about cyber security and how to protect yourself and others.
Informative Links:
Securing Our eCity - a San Diego based initiative that is focused on combating cybercrime through educational programs, tools and technologies and coordination with law enforcement agencies.
National Cyber Security Alliance
Free Literature:
Net Cetera - Chatting with Kids About Being Online
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CPR Saturday March 13th, 2010 |
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CPR Saturday -
Free Adult CPR Classes
Spring into action either by taking a Free adult CPR class or by volunteering to help over 2,500 members of the community to learn how to spring into action and save a life!
There is no advance registration required for this event!
Simply come to the class you intend to take and registration will take place then (arriving half an hour early is strongly recommended).
This year's CPR Saturday program will include:
- Free Adult CPR training and certification for all ages
- Safety training, fun and games for children ages 5 to 11
About the Children's Area: This event will include training sessions for children ages 5-11. Children can participate in Basic Aid Training (basic first aid & safety information) and Whales Tales (how to be safe in, on and around the water).
Spring Into Action! Links:
Attending
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Flood Awareness Week - March 15-19, 2010 |
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How High's the Water?...
It's Three feet High and Rising!
We have seen an exceptional amount of precipitation this winter from rain in Southern California to record breaking snows in the Mid Atlantic...and everywhere in between.
For one thing all of this something has to go somewhere so many home and business owners are springing into action to fill sandbags, sure up barriers, check pumps and get ready to evacuate if they have to.
March 15-19 is Flood Awareness Week
If you don't live in an area that floods take a moment to learn something new about the power of water and if you know someone who does live in a flood prone area send them this newsletter they always appreciate information that helps keep them safe, secure and dry.
Also, this information applies to any event in which flooding is a danger i.e. hurricanes.
- Snowmelt Flooding
- Ice Jams
- Debris Flows
- Tropical Cyclone Inland Flooding
- Drought
- Flood Safety
- Flood Insurance
- What is your flood risk?
- Weathering the storm
- What will a flood cost me?
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Earthquake Faults and Tsunamis in San Diego County |
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Do You Know that
Imperial Beach is a Tsunami Ready Community
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where the earthquake faults lie in San Diego County and Offshore?
Although we hear of seismic events occurring around the world we need look no further than our immediate area!
San Diego County has had earthquakes and Tsunami warnings issued within the last 30 days.
Where the Fault(s) lie
Some faults lie beneath highways while others are just offshore with the possibility of causing a locally generated tsunami. Select this link to view a San Diego Area Epicenter and Faults chart created by CAL-EMA and the Earthquake Country Alliance.
CAL-EMA has an Earthquake Preparedness Survey that was conducted on Friday, March 5th and a new tsunami video.
San Diego Natural History Museum and Earthquake Faults
Thomas A. Deméré, Ph.D.; Curator of Paleontology has written a one page article about San Diego's faults and their potential.
Fast Fact: NASA reports;the earthquake that occurred in Chile on 2/28/10 shortened earth's day
Imperial Beach is Tsunami Ready
Due to its geography and topography Imperial Beach has taken the steps necessary to be certified Tsunami Ready by NOAA.
Learn more about Imperial Beach's evacuation plan and receive a free brochure.
Email: ibpsafety@cityofib.org or call the Public Safety Director at (619) 423-8225.
Other Earthquake and Tsunami Links:
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"Embrace Life" A well produced Seatbelt Safety PSA Video |
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Embracing Life by Wearing Your Seatbelt
Everyday we hear of motor vehicle fatalities because someone wasn't wearing their seatbelt this is still a preventable death!
Please take 88 seconds to watch this video.
"I don't want to be trapped in the vehicle" and others.
- Defensive Driving
- Distracted Driving
- Driver Safety
- Teen Driving
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Severe Weather Preparedness (every) Week |
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Severe Weather Preparedness Week
All across the country, states are promoting severe weather preparedness in anticipation of the upcoming severe thunderstorm, tornado and hurricane season.
Your Own Personal Weather Radar
Google Earth with the weather layer activated is like having your own personal doppler radar. Although you should monitor your local TV/ Radio stations and NOAA radio. Google earth allows you the opportunity to monitor the storm hundreds of miles away before it appears in your area.
When you begin to see yellow and red appear you'll know its time to spring into action and go to a safe and secure place.
Be in the Know When You are On the Go!
Check with your local office of emergency services, radio and television news stations to register for text message alerts warning you of severe weather in your area. Seconds are all it takes to sign up!
Severe Weather Preparedness Links:
Hurricane - Thunderstorm - Tornado -
Winter Storm
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Smoke/Co2 Detectors and Fire Extinguishers |
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They are silent in the sense that you really don't know they are there and because they are so quiet they are often neglected.
But when they do make a noise it is loud and with a purpose!
When you turn your clocks ahead this Sunday please turn your attention to your smoke/Co2 detector and fire extinguisher.
Smoke/Co2 Detectors
The US Fire Administration is a resource to turn to for updated smoke detector recalls and advisories and answering basic questions.
The page also offers other resource links.
So during your silent time review these pages and read the points that you are most interested in.
Fire Extinguishers
It is good if you take a moment to familiarize yourself with a fire extinguisher before you need to use it.
- Fire Triangle
- Classification of Fuels
- Types of Extinguishers
- Rules for Fighting fires
- How to Use a fire Extinguisher
The training is broken up into modules so you can move in between lessons and at the end there is a quiz to test your knowledge.
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Train, Light Rail and Subway Safety | |
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Safely Riding and living around Trains
Millions of people each day take the train, from bullet trains to subways we make our way around by riding the rails.
So how can we spring into action when it comes to rail safety?
London or NYC-sound subway safety can be practiced anywhere and at anytime.
So you want to construct a subway in an earthquake prone area?
Learn about the Earthquake Safety Program and read about safety on the safety guide page. You can also sign up for Email or text updates.
Pedestrians and drivers are injured or killed each year from collisions with trains. Learn how the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is working to promote Rail Safety.
Southern California's Metrolink Train Line Gets Crash Resistant Cars
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Spring Into Action with the Volunteer Spirit |
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"Give a Day. Get a Disney Ticket"
That was the slogan for Disney's volunteer campaign although it has ended we can show the volunteer spirit by looking into something that we would like to do and then making ourselves available to do it.
The following are links to programs in the San Diego County area that would appreciate your helping hands.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Receive free training and respond to disasters or specific events. The skills you learn will help you, your family, neighbors and the community when it is needed the most!
In times of disaster accurate reliable iinformation is very important and you can be a part of this information network. San Diego 211 provides valuable information to its callers during times of tranquility and disaster. Learn more about this volunteer opportunity.
Volunteer San Diego-If You have the time they will have the project!
Or maybe you are thinking about volunteering for something but just don't know what it is Volunteer San Diego can help you.
Learn more about the Before the Threat Campaign, San Diego County Office of Emergency Services, San Diego 211 and Volunteer San Diego in my podcast,
"Resolved To Be Ready in 2009".
In this podcast I interview the directors and learn more about how these agencies play a vital part in disaster/event response and recovery.
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Safety for Women-A Prepare4 Public Safety Announcement |
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Wives, Mothers, Daughters and Sisters before you go for your next jog or drive to the store consider the links below.
Husbands, Fathers, Sons and Brothers read the information so you can foster a culture of safety with your Wife, Mother, Daughter or Sister.
These safety tips are compiled from contributions by; Jane Hitchock,President of Women Halting Online Abuse, Mary Ellen Burns, Spokesperson for the Boston Police Department and the Women's Safety Project.
If you jog alone take these precautions:
- Jog with a partner but if you must jog alone, jog in a well lit area somewhat free of hiding areas and shadows where predators can lie-in-wait.
- Carry your cell phone.
- If you can run without them DON'T wear headphones someone can sneak up on you. Keep your ears tuned and free of anything that will dull your hearing.
- Keep your eyes and head moving, look around constantly-see them before they see you. If you see someone coming you can prepare, surprise is the predator's plan.
- Let someone know where you are going.
- Stay current with local news reports because you will hear of attempted assaults or attacks in your area and you wil be able to plan accordingly.
There are many other things you can do to Spring into action and be proactive in your own personal safety.
Protect yourself for your sake and for those who love you!
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Contact Information |
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For More Information
Contact:
Tod Aubin
Call or Text 619-518-8980
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