"Mass Violence": Malibu's Public Safety Town Hall #2

MALIBU, CA – The City of Malibu will hold the second Public Safety Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, September 28, 7:00 PM at City Hall, focusing in providing information on “mass violence” incidents, such as mass shootings or vehicle ramming attacks.

Whether an incident takes place at an office, a shopping mall or a public event, or involves a disgruntled co-worker, domestic violence, or a terrorist attack, civilians are often caught in the crossfire, the City of Malibu press release said, and knowing how to respond could save lives.

“We are very fortunate to live in such a safe community, and no one likes to think about such tragic, traumatic incidents happening here,” said Mayor Skylar Peak, “but it’s our responsibility as a City and as residents to be prepared for an incident of mass violence, just as we should prepare for earthquakes or wildfires.”

The meeting on September 28 will feature speakers from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s and Fire Departments, and Malibu’s Public Safety Manager Susan Dueñas. Topics will include useful information for residents on how best to respond during incidents of mass violence, what to expect when law enforcement, firefighters, or emergency medical technicians arrive, lifesaving first aid, and what the City and other agencies are doing to be prepared, the statement said.

This meeting will be the second in a series of regularly scheduled town hall meetings to discuss important public safety issues. Future topics may include earthquakes, storms, and flooding. All are welcome to attend, and no RSVPs are required. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact Public Safety Manager Susan Dueñas at 310-456-2489 ext. 313 or SDuenas@malibucity.org.

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