The Oregon Department of Emergency
Management (OEM) encourages everyone to be 2 Weeks Ready for any emergency or disaster. Our 2 Weeks Ready page offers tips and tools to be prepared.
There are many things you can do that will increase the odds of
your business surviving a disaster. Some of these require little time or money,
others can be done as resources permit. Learn more on our Business
Preparedness page.
Much attention has been paid to the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Get the facts on what it is, when it has been active and
what its impact might be on Oregon on our Cascadia Subduction Zone page.
A major disaster can pose significant challenges for non-profit organizations, schools, colleges and faith-based organizations. Either way,
we’re here to help. Information and resources are on our Community Preparedness page.
Hazard mitigation is any action taken to reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property as a result of natural disasters. Learn more about hazard mitigation by visiting our Hazard Mitigation page.
Oregon has its share of extreme weather, floods, wildfires, earthquakes and even tornadoes. Learn more about these disaster risks and how
to be prepared for them by visiting our Hazards in Oregon page.
Be informed and empowered when it comes to emergency and disaster preparedness. Resources are available on our Individual Preparedness page.
Oregon Emergency Management has partnered with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to support public awareness about this important terrorism safety message. A variety of print materials and public service announcements are available for agency partners.
OEM produces several preparedness publications for community distribution. Visit our Preparedness Publications page to see
what’s offered and how to access them.
Tsunamis are a real hazard for coastal communities in Oregon – an area where tourism abounds. To help coastal businesses plan, educate their
employees, and inform their visitors, OEM offers Tsunami Safe: Hospitality begins with Safety.