Description
May: Emergency Preparedness
Saturday, May 17
2–4pm @ Green Anchors PDX
Rewilding skills include knowing what to do in case of an emergency, whether you’re in an urban or rural setting. The Pacific Northwest region has a variety of potential disasters: earthquakes, wildfires, landslides, floods, volcanos, and extreme seasonal weather. Also, the Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub (or the “tanks” on the Willamette River north of downtown Portland) has 630 tanks that store toxic chemicals and more than 90% of Oregon’s liquid fuel supply and will produce a region-wide cloud of noxious gas.
Topics for this skills class include emergency planning, food and water storage, and communication strategies. Additional needs, such as those for children, pets, and people with accessibility needs will also be covered. Feel empowered and ready: knowing what to do in a disaster situation and being able to respond calmly and with confidence can save your life and the lives of those around you.