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How to Prepare for Wildfire Season in Oregon
With wildfires burning across Oregon, it’s important that individuals and their families create a plan to respond to emergency situations like extreme heat, heavy smoke, and/or the need to evacuate caused by wildfires.
Below, we provide information and resources about wildfires and extreme heat that can help you stay safe and healthy this season.
Three Steps to Prepare for Wildfires and Extreme Heat
Make a plan: Where will you go if you need to evacuate your house? How will you stay safe if you need to shelter-in place? What will you do if you have respiratory issues, like asthma, if there’s a lot of wildfire smoke in your area? How will you keep your kids or pets safe? Visit Ready.gov to learn how to make an emergency plan.
Get supplies: Consider getting an air purifier, extra N95 masks, or a portable respirator if you have asthma or other respiratory issues. Make sure you have plenty of water for you and any children, pets, or adults you live with. Get non-perishable foods like canned soup or energy bars to put in your emergency kit or car in case you need to shelter in-place or evacuate. Visit Ready.gov to learn how to build an emergency kit.
Stay informed: Sign up for emergency alerts and check your local news for updates. Visit Ready.gov to learn more about emergency alerts and how to get them. Sign up for Oregon emergency alerts.
Resources to Help You Prepare
Cooling Centers in the Portland Metro Area
Find more hot weather health information on our website. You can also contact your personal agent to get additional help with finding resources and services that fit your support needs.
Help for When It's Hot
Click the words above for important information on how to stay safe in the heat.
The link includes Cooling Centers for Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington Counties.
