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Dark smoke from a forest fire burning in dry grasses and evergreen trees completely obscures a two-lane road in the distance

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

While Bend enjoys plenty of blue-sky days, it's essential to be prepared -- so you know how to respond and reconnect with family during an emergency.

Tips from Bend Emergency Management
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Sign Up for
Deschutes Alerts

Sign up to receive emergency notifications about threats to your safety. Indicate if you have ADA or similar needs. 

Ready - Set - GO!
Evacuation

Learn what to do before and during an evacuation. Follow the advice of emergency officials. Leave early if you feel unsafe!

Evacuation 
Map

During an emergency, follow real-time evacuation routes, check for area closures and locate shelters for you and your pets.

Are You
Prepared?

Learn how to prepare for key hazards in Deschutes County.

Additional
Resources

Explore city and county resources to help you prepare for significant events that could impact Bend or Deschutes County.

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