Don't wait for disaster to strike – get prepared NOW! --
Join your neighbors at Disaster Preparedness Day on Saturday, August 2nd and learn skills that could save your life and your family's lives. At the San Mateo County Event Center (fairgrounds). Cost is FREE – parking, admission, workshops, resources. You'll learn: Pack a Go Bag that actually works; Stop bleeding that could be fatal; Perform CPR to save a life; Use a fire extinguisher properly; Protect your home from wildfire; Keep your pets safe in emergencies. Click here for event flyer with more details.
Plus: Story Time with a Firefighter, emergency vehicle displays, and resources from across the county – Several of the classes to be offered in English, Spanish, and Mandarin. This is the 21st year we've hosted this event because preparation saves lives. Last year's participants told us they felt confident and ready after attending. This year, that could be you. Bring everyone – grandparents, kids, neighbors. When disaster strikes San Mateo County, we want every family prepared. Help us make San Mateo County the most disaster-ready community in America. Your family's safety starts with showing up. - San Mateo County Emergency Management