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Emergency preparedness
We share information and resources to help you prevent, prepare for and recover from emergencies.
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What you need to know
The City's role
As a city, we're always working to keep our residents and businesses safe. You can count on us to:
- Coordinate public health and safety responses to emergencies.
- Alert you to potential emergencies so you can prepare.
- Inform you about current emergencies and provide resources to help you.
- Investigate and contain infectious disease outbreaks.
Your role
You can help yourself, your family and your community.