Emergency season is approaching, and it’s essential to be prepared for evacuations in case of an emergency. To help with this, police, sheriffs, and fire officials have come together to introduce new technology that will enable them to send more precise, location-based alerts during emergencies. This technology will be integrated into the current ‘SD emergency app,’ which can be downloaded by smartphone users. The aim is to give residents real-time emergency alerts, providing them with as much advance notice as possible to evacuate in the event of a fire, earthquake, or flood.
The new technology integrated into the app will make evacuation zones more specific. This precision will reduce unnecessary evacuations and facilitate the reentry of residents into their homes promptly after an emergency. According to Jeff Toney, the Director of the Office of Emergency Services in San Diego County, the updated map will display various shapes representing actual neighborhoods rather than the previous clunky squares.
Officials also emphasized the importance of having an emergency plan in place and preparing a go bag in advance to avoid last-minute stress during an evacuation. San Diegans are encouraged to enroll in emergency alerts at alertsandiego.org to receive notifications directly on their phones. This proactive approach will ensure that residents stay informed and stay safe during emergencies.
In conclusion, being prepared for emergencies is crucial, and new technology has been introduced to help with this. The ‘SD emergency app’ now includes location-based alerts that are specific to evacuation zones. San Diegans are encouraged to enroll in emergency alerts at alertsandiego.org and prepare a go bag in advance to stay safe during emergencies.
