Ventura County Sheriff's Department

September is National Preparedness Month and the County of Ventura is joining the nationwide effort to encourage individuals, families, businesses and organizations to prepare for emergencies by getting a kit, making a plan, staying informed and getting involved in their local community.

At 10:00 a.m. on September 10, 2013, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors will proclaim September as National Preparedness Month in Ventura County.

Preparedness is important because in the event of a local emergency, Ventura County residents may need to be self-reliant for at least three days without access to electricity, water service, or food. “Being prepared is a shared responsibility and everyone should do their part,” said Kevin McGowan, Assistant Director of the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services. “Emergencies will happen, so I urge residents to be proactive and get prepared before disasters strike”.

Ventura County residents can take simple steps to be better prepared for disasters by making an emergency supply kit, developing a family communications plan, staying informed of the local hazards and getting involved in our community.

For more information on how to be better prepared, please visit the Ready Ventura County website at www.readyventuracounty.org. Also, follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ReadyVC) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/ReadyVC) for weekly preparedness tips, news and events.

Nature of Incident: Ventura County Recognizes September as National Preparedness Month
Location: Ventura County Government Center, Board of Supervisors Hearing Room, 800 S. Victoria Avenue, Ventura
Date & Time: September 10, 2013 @ 10:00 AM
Unit(s) Responsible: Ventura County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services
Prepared by:
Gil Zavlodaver, Program Administrator
Media Release Date: 08/27/13
Follow-Up Contact: Gil Zavlodaver, Program Administrator (805) 654-3655
Approved by: Kevin McGowan, Assistant Director (805) 654-2552