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Disaster Prep

Are you prepared to survive for seven days if disaster strikes?

Earthquake-like damage should remind Californians they will have very similar needs following the “big one.”

Post-quake necessities like food, water and shelter will be pressing needs, and help may not be able to get to you right away.

What to do now

Get prepared. Check out the resources below, especially the "Survive for 7" training, to make your plan and prepare your kit for the eventuality of a disaster.
Remember your pets. SEAACA has provided great tips to help you think through what your pets will need if your family needs to leave quickly.
Pre-set a radio button to 1620 AM, Lakewood's emergency information radio service. It will broadcast Lakewood-specific information directly to residents following a crisis. Anyone who has a car or a battery-powered radio made after 1990 will be able to monitor 1620 AM, even if all electrical power is out.
Explore government resources. Bookmark local, county and statewide sites that will provide helpful real-time information in the event of an emergency. And, take the time now to get all the information you can to know what to do to prepare your home in the event of a disaster as well.
Follow your city. Be sure to follow the City of Lakewood's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. In an emergency, we will be posting official information there.
Be ready to help save a life. You never know when you may need to know CPR or first aid. You can take classes through the City of Lakewood or the American Red Cross. Learn what you can so you can help your loved ones and neighbors if the time comes.

CERT Basic Training

Community members can learn basic emergency response organization and techniques to prepare them to be self-reliant and to support their community following a major emergency or disaster.

Survive for 7 training

Learn how to take care of yourself and your family in the first seven days following a disaster.

7-Day Preparedness Checklist

There are six basics you should stock for your home: water, food, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools and emergency supplies, and special items.

Get prepared for heavy rain, winds

When heavy rain and winds are forecast, here are some tips to help you prepare to protect your home and family.

Keeping pets safe in an emergency

Pet owners should include their pet's needs when planning emergency kits in the event of a disaster. .

Resources for disaster prep

Official government websites and resources for more help preparing and training for an emergency, natural disaster or earthquake.

1620 AM Emergency Radio Station

Lakewood will get important disaster relief messages to the community through all channels in the aftermath of a major catastrophe, including by radio.