OFSC/OCP&R Publication #79
START THE YEAR OFF SAVVY!!
Oakland Firesafe Council's "Savvy & Prepared Communities" Town Hall Series kicks off next week with "Whatever the Weather", a webinar about preparedness for winter storms, power outages and disruptions/dangers due to inclement/extreme weather. Our guest speaker will be a Public Safety Specialist from PG&E / Emergency Management and Public Safety.
Whatever the Weather
Oakland Firesafe Council's "Savvy" Town Halls cover topics related to disaster readiness, focusing on practical knowledge to help you to make good judgments and to take actionable steps towards emergency preparedness.

The first Savvy Series, "The Savvy Homeowner/Renter", was held in 2021 and recordings can be viewed HERE.

The second Savvy Series, "Savvy & Prepared Communities", focuses on working together and preparing as a community.
THE SAVVY SESSIONS
(for details and updates, check the EVENTS page)

  • Jan 20, 6:30-7:30pm - Whatever the Weather - preparedness for winter storms, power outages and disruptions/dangers due to inclement/extreme weather

  • Feb 17 - Know the Way to Firewise USA - why & how to become certified Firewise community

  • Mar 17 - Reducing Fire Risks Part 1: Out & About - preparedness on a broader community scale, community surroundings

  • Apr 21 - Reducing Fire Risks Part 2: Closer to Home - preparedness home to home/neighbor to neighbor

  • May 19 - If You Gotta Go - let's talk about evacuation and Zonehaven
SOME RELATED GUIDES FROM OCP&R
NATIONAL RISK INDEX FROM FEMA
The National Risk Index is a dataset and online tool to help illustrate the United States communities most at risk for 18 natural hazards. Learn how the National Risk Index helps communities make informed choices as they build resilience.

LET'S TALK GENOAK
GENOAK is a neighborhood-to-neighborhood emergency 2-way radio communications network for Oakland and nearby areas, utilizing the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS).

In the event of a large-scale emergency such as a major earthquake, flood or wildfire, individuals and neighborhood/CERT groups in and around Oakland may need to depend on information and assistance from other nearby communities. However, cellular, Internet and landline phone communications may be overloaded or disrupted.

During these times, GENOAK can allow neighborhood/CERT groups to connect with each other to report on threats and incidents, provide status updates, share resources, mobilize volunteers and coordinate needed assistance, among other tasks.

Individuals and neighborhood/CERT groups will also be able to communicate during extended power outages (Public Safety Power Shutoffs) and at other times when phone and Internet services are unavailable.
INTERESTED? Learn more about how to participate in GENOAK HERE.
Communications are crucial during and after a disaster, including being able to call for help, to coordinate response and to check on family members. Learn more about your options for communicating in this OCP&R Guide:
CITY OF OAKLAND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES DIVISION (EMSD) IS HIRING
MANAGEMENT INTERN, PT

Some Examples of Duties Specifically for Fire Position:

  • Supports Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operations.
  • Assists with community outreach and education programs.
  • Maintains Communities of Oakland Respond to Emergencies (CORE) program activity records.
  • Identifies CORE equipment needs and assists with procurement and tracking.
For a complete description of the position, see the JOB POSTING

FREE 1-HOUR WORKSHOPS
in-person or by Zoom. Your session with OCP&R covers the most important steps to prepare for, and respond to, disasters and disruptions. Arrange one for your neighborhood, community organization, business, social club, etc. DETAILS
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OCP&R is a program of OFSC which provides awareness, resources, and support to help increase the community preparedness level and to improve disaster response capabilities for residents of Oakland (and beyond). CONTACT
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(510) 575-0916