Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ’s

This section addresses frequently asked questions about emergency preparedness, response, and recovery, providing clear and concise answers to common inquiries.

Office of Emergency Services

Does the County of San Bernardino have an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)?

Yes, the Emergency Operations Plan is available for download.

Does the County of San Bernardino have a Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP)?

Yes, the Hazardous Mitigation Plan is available for download.

Where can I get information on disaster assistance?

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, FEMA, Small Business Administration, USDA Farm Service Agency, and IRS websites linked here provide extensive information for local, state and federal disaster assistance resources.

How do I get current road conditions in my area?

Visit CALTRANS Road Information webpage for road condition information.

Are there online resources for earthquake preparedness?

Visit our ShakeOut webpage, the Red Cross, Southern California Earthquake Center, or U.S. Geological Survey websites linked here for earthquake preparedness information.

Where can I get information on flood safety including sand bags?

Visit our Flood Preparedness webpage for flood safety information and sand bag fill up locations.

Does the County of San Bernardino have a reverse 911 system?

Yes, sign up for our automated telephone emergency notification system.

What are some Disaster Preparedness Information sites?

Residents are encouraged to download the ‘Ready SB County’ app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.

Visit the SBCFire Flood Preparedness Page, Ready.gov, or the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for disaster preparedness information.

What is Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster?

Within the San Bernardino County Operational Area there is the structure of the VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) and seven regional COADs (Community Organizations Active in Disaster). San Bernardino County VOAD (SBCVOAD) is a network of nonprofit, and/ or nonpartisan membership organizations that serves as the forum to share knowledge and resources throughout the disaster cycle-preparation, response, recovery and mitigation- to help communities prepare for and recover from disasters.