Community Preparedness

Be Ready. Stay Safe. Bounce Back.
Emergencies don’t wait—prepare your family now to act fast, stay safe, and recover stronger. Use these simple steps before, during, and after a disaster to protect what matters most.

Before a Disaster – Get Ready

• Make a family emergency plan and practice it
• Build a kit with food, water, meds, and supplies for 3+ days
• Save emergency contacts and know who to call
• Sign up for Torrance Alert and stay informed
• Secure your home—strap heavy furniture, test alarms, clear exits

During a Disaster – Stay Safe

• Stay calm and follow your plan
• Check on kids, elderly, and pets—keep them close
• Use text messages to communicate when lines are busy
• Listen to official alerts and follow instructions
• Shelter in place or evacuate if told to do so

After a Disaster – Recover Safely

• Check everyone for injuries and get help if needed
• Inspect your home for damage before going inside
• Avoid downed wires, gas leaks, or unsafe areas
• Document any damage for insurance
• Talk as a family—support each other and adjust your plan

Are You and Your Family Prepared?

A good family plan helps everyone stay calm, connected, and safe. When you make your plan, remember to include all family members—especially kids, older adults, people with disabilities, and pets. Knowing who to call, where to meet, and what to do helps protect everyone you love most.

What if you couldn’t call your family during an emergency?
Disasters can strike when you’re apart—and phones, power, and internet might not work. A Family Emergency Communication Plan helps you stay connected when it matters most. Make sure everyone in your household knows who to contact, where to meet, and how to stay safe. It starts with just three easy steps.

• Collect: Write down contact info for family, doctors, and emergency contacts.
• Share: Make sure everyone in your household has a copy and knows the plan.
• Practice: Test your plan and update it regularly.

Use this checklist to make sure you have everything you need to start emergency planning for your family

Keep copies of important documents (ID, prescriptions, insurance, etc.) in a waterproof bag or upload digital copies to the cloud for easy access before, during, and after emergencies.

Use this checklist to make sure you have all the necessary documents in your emergency kit.

Inspect your home and identify safety hazards in advance.

Use this home safety checklist to protect your family before, during, and after an emergency.