2020 “Great Oregon Shake Out” coming up October 15th
Lincoln County Emergency Management is encouraging residents, businesses, and community groups to participate in the 2020 Great Oregon Shake Out. While the official event takes place on Thursday, October 15th at 10:15 am, you can practice your drop, cover and hold-on during the days leading up to or directly after. The important part is to register if you do participate and practice.
By registering you will assist your Lincoln County Public Safety agencies by documenting the progressive nature of our community and demonstrating that we are working together to strengthen our community resiliency. We’ve included a graphic on annual summary of participants here in Lincoln County.
Oregon ShakeOut Statistics – https://www.shakeout.org/statistics/
If you are new to Lincoln County or are unfamiliar with the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake faultline please contact our emergency management office to talk with us about the Cascadia hazards and how you can take steps to be ready.
The following are helpful links to earthquake and tsunami information that may benefit you or someone you know.
Great Oregon ShakeOut:
- Register & General Information: http://shakeout.org/oregon/
- Recommended Earthquake Safety Actions – http://www.earthquakecountry.org/library/ShakeOut_Recommended_Earthquake_Safety_Actions.pdf
- Earthquake Guide for People with Disabilities – http://www.earthquakecountry.org/library/ShakeOut_Earthquake_Guide_Disabilities_AFN.pdf
- Media – PSA Resources: https://www.shakeout.org/oregon/resources/index.html#multimedia
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office – Emergency Management Website
