On Wednesday, a new technology was launched to streamline the evacuation process during emergencies in the region. Genasys EVAC technology has been developed by a coalition of local emergency managers, law enforcement, fire officials, and safety experts who used geographical boundaries such as lakes, freeways, mountains, and neighborhoods to create logical and precise mapping zones.
The updated mapping will offer more specific evacuation areas, reducing unnecessary evacuations and supporting more efficient repopulations to get people back into their homes sooner. This technology will be integrated into AlertSanDiego.org and the SD Emergency app, allowing residents who are already registered not to resubscribe or download anything new to receive emergency alerts. Agencies across San Diego County will utilize this technology as part of regional efforts to innovate and capitalize on best practices to keep residents safe and informed during emergencies.
With peak fire conditions approaching, regional fire and safety officials gathered on Wednesday to promote the Genasys EVAC launch and urge residents to stay safe and prepared. To check the status of their area, residents can search for their home address at protect.genasys.com. Taking precautions to reduce fire risk for your property is essential during increased fire conditions. Make sure to register for emergency alerts through AlertSanDiego.org and the SD Emergency app to receive information about evacuations, road closures, emergency shelters, and more.
Genasys EVAC technology is designed to streamline the evacuation process during emergencies by providing more precise location-based alerts using geographical boundaries such as lakes, freeways, mountains, and neighborhoods. With this new tool in place, emergency managers and dispatchers can send out more targeted alerts that help ensure everyone gets out safely.
The updated mapping will offer more specific evacuation areas that are easier for residents to understand when they receive an alert from Genasys EVAC technology or other sources such as social media or news outlets.
Residents who have already registered for emergency alerts through AlertSanDiego.org or the SD Emergency app do not need
