Emergency Ready, Los Altos? Upcoming Workshops May Help

LOS ALTOS, CA – Los Altos residents aged 55 and over are encouraged to join the Los Altos Police Department for a two-part Personal Emergency Preparedness training tailored specifically to this age demographic.

"The first 48-hours following a disaster are the most critical and it’s important for residents to prepare to be self-sufficient until relief is available," the agency said.

This free course, taught by Santa Clara County Fire Department personnel, will cover essential emergency supplies to have on-hand, what to do when phones are out, when and how to turn off gas, water and power and basic fire safety including using a fire extinguisher.

The two-part training series will be held Tuesday, Oct. 18 and 25 from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Hillview Community Center, Senior Program Room 10.

Please register here.

For more information and to register, please call (408) 378-4010 or email communityoutreach@sccfd.org.

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