How To Get Cell Phone Alerts:  You can register for Alert Me! to receive emergency alerts directly to your cell phone at www.lcog.org/alertme.    For more information click on Frequently Asked Questions.

Japan Tsunami Debris Arrives on Oregon Coast

For guidelines about what to do if you see marine debris, click here.  For answers to Frequently Asked Questions, click here.

Last year’s 9.0 magnitude earthquake that occurred March 11, 2011 off the east coast of Honshu, Japan caused a debris field to form in the North Pacific Ocean.  Some possible marine debris types include derelict vessels, fishing nets and floats, lumber, cargo containers and household goods.  Because different debris types move with currents and winds differently, the debris may be dispersed over a very broad area between Japan and the west coast of North America. 

Updates and photos are available online at http://www.oregon.gov/OPRD/PARKS/agatebeach_dock.shtml. You can read updates and download photos on the state parks website for Agate Beach State Recreation Site.  Identifying the best disposal options is still a work in progress. It'll take a little time to do it right (affordably and beach-friendly). Thanks to Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife and volunteers, work is already underway to remove non-native species that hitched a ride.

Vacation Safe this Summer

If travelling to a hurricane prone state – especially coastal states – any time during the summer into the early fall, be sure to familiarize yourself with the emergency plans of the community in which you’re vacationing. All hotels and motels should have emergency plans in place for sheltering and/or evacuation – ask to see them upon check-in. Remember, hurricane hazards come in many forms, including storm surge, heavy rainfall, inland flooding, high winds, tornadoes and rip currents. If you’re driving, be sure to have emergency supplies in your car, such as, a flashlight, water and a first aid kit. Be mindful that coastal areas are prone to severe flooding – so know the evacuation routes in your vacation spot and always remember if you come upon a flooded roadway in your vehicle, Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

Open for Comment:  Lane County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan

Open for Comment:  Continuous
Lane County Emergency Management has opened for comment the 2011 Update to the Lane County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (Plan Update).  The purpose of the Plan Update is to present the accomplishments of the past five years and to outline mitigation actions for the next five years (see 2006 Action Item Update Overview section in Plan Update document).  Also in the Plan Update is an overview of the many potential hazards that could occur in Lane County.  Being aware of local hazards is one of the best tools the public can use to become better prepared for unexpected hazardous incidents. 

 The preparation of the Plan Update demonstrates Lane County’s commitment to reduce the public’s and built environment’s vulnerability to natural and human-caused hazards.  Public input to this Plan Update is highly regarded as key to ensuring the Plan Update’s relevance to the community and long-term effectiveness.  Please take a moment to review and comment on the plan.

To view or download the Executive Summary click here
To view or download the entire Plan Update click here
To view or download Addendum click here

 

To access comment form click here or to send an email with your comments click here.

Prepare Now!
Be Ready with a Kit and a Plan
Sheltering-in-Place

Earthquake and Tsunami Awareness Materials
Living on Shaky Ground - Download Now
NOAA Marine Debris Program
DOGAMI - Earthquake Information
Tsunami Evacuation Map

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