Planning for Disaster

It COULD happen here.

You must be self-sufficient
for 3 days to 7 days.

"Flashlight with batteries"

Disaster Supply Kit…

You will need at least one
gallon of water per person in
your household per day.

Keep a 7 day supply of
prescription medication
in your Disaster Supply Kit.

Include sanitary supplies; toilet paper, a portable toilet, and plastic bags are essential.

Don’t forget to put pet supplies in your                Disaster Supply Kit.

Keep important documents together.

Always keep your automobile gas tank half full.

Designate an out-of-town contact person for household members to contact.

Learn first aid and CPR!

For a more complete list of supplies, pick up a Home Safety Emergency Plan at the              Los Alamitos Police Department!

If disaster strikes…

Finding out what to do…

The most common emergency protective actions are evacuation and shelter-in-place.

If the disaster occurs near you…

If the disaster occurs near your home while you are there…

Checking your home…

If you are trapped in debris:

If you are asked to evacuate…

If there’s an explosion:

If there’s fire:

For more information, call the
Los Alamitos Police Department
(562) 431-2255, ext 410