East Lincoln County CERT

12/23/2025

‼️During the high wind (Action)‼️

Stay inside: Remain indoors, away from windows and glass doors.

Shelter in place: Move to your basement or an interior room.

Unplug electronics: Protect sensitive devices from power surges.

Drive carefully: Reduce speed, avoid high-profile vehicles, and park in a garage if possible; pull over safely if conditions become too dangerous.

Watch for debris: Be aware of breaking tree limbs and flying objects.

Stay informed: Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio or local news for updates.

🚨After the wind (Safety)🚨

Stay put: Wait for official word that it's safe to go out.

Beware of hazards: Stay away from downed power lines, weakened fences, and damaged structures.

Check on neighbors: Help vulnerable people nearby

12/23/2025

🚨 WE HAVE HIGH WIND ‼️
💨 Before the wind hits (Preparation)
Secure outdoors: 🌬️

Bring in or tie down trash cans, lawn furniture, decorations, and anything that could blow away.

Trim trees: Cut back branches that hang over your house or power lines.

Protect windows: Consider storm shutters or plywood for windows.

Charge everything: Fully charge phones, power banks, and have batteries for radios/flashlights.

Prepare your kit: Ensure your emergency kit has water, food (3 days' worth), and first aid.

Plan shelter: Know your safest spot (basement, interior room) and have an evacuation plan for mobile homesx

12/18/2025

Get your batteries!

Charge those battery packs!

Check where you parked the car in case it’s next to power lines.

Check the cupboards and ensure food/snacks etc in case you’re stuck at home.

It is OK to be PREPARED! It is OK to be OVER prepared!

GO BAGS are important for these types of situations. If you do not have one, you should consider making one ASAP so if your in the situation that you have to leave your home you have the stuff you need in the moment of a quick in and out.

12/18/2025

During High Winds
Stay Home: Avoid travel if possible; if driving, pull over safely away from trees/power lines.

Stay Away from Hazards:
Do not touch downed power lines or utility poles; treat them as live.
Listen for Evacuation Orders: Be aware of Levels 1 (Get Ready), 2 (Be Set), and 3 (Go Now) for immediate evacuation.
After a Windstorm

Check for Injuries: (if you or others have them or get hurt while out)
Assess yourself and others.
Evacuate Damaged Buildings: Do not re-enter until authorities declare it safe.
Call 911 for Emergencies Only: Keep lines clear for life-threatening situations.
Be Cautious of Debris: Unstable debris from landslides/floods (like in the Siletz River area) can be hazardous. e

11/08/2025

✨AFTER A FLOOD

* Avoid hazards: Do not go home until local officials say it is safe. Watch out for downed power lines, gas leaks, and unstable structures.
* Be careful during cleanup: Wear protective gear, use flashlights instead of candles, and work with a partner.
* Protect your health: Do not drink or use floodwater unless it has been tested and confirmed safe. Throw out any food that has come into contact with floodwater.

11/08/2025

✨DURING A FLOOD

* Stay informed: Listen to local radio or TV stations, or use a NOAA Weather Radio for official updates.
* Follow evacuation orders: If told to evacuate, do so immediately. Never walk, swim, or drive through floodwaters—turn around, don't drown!.
* Stay on high ground: If you can't evacuate, move to higher ground if possible.
* Shut off utilities: If there is time and it is safe to do so, shut off the main power and gas lines.

11/08/2025

With king tides coming dertwin areas of our county are at risk for flooding dangers. Please try to prepare for flooding, create an emergency kit with food, water, and first-aid supplies, and develop a family evacuation plan. Protect your property by moving valuables to higher ground, cleaning gutters, and considering flood barriers or a sump pump. It is also crucial to have important documents in a waterproof container, purchase flood insurance, and stay informed about flood watches and warnings from authorities.
Before a flood
* Create a plan: Develop a family communication plan, identify evacuation routes, and designate a meeting place.
* Build an emergency kit: Assemble a kit with non-perishable food, water, a manual can opener, flashlight, extra batteries, and a first-aid kit. Include medications and copies of important documents.
* Protect your home:
* Clean gutters and drains to prevent blockages.
* Move valuables to higher floors.
* Consider installing a sump pump with battery backup or check valves in sewer traps.
* Elevate electrical appliances, furnace, and water heater if they are in a flood-prone area.
* Get insured: Purchase flood insurance, as standard homeowners policies typically do not cover flood damage. Note that flood insurance often has a 30-day waiting period.
* Know your risk: Check local flood maps to understand your risk level, even if you don't live in a high-risk area.

11/07/2025

DURING KING TIDES, view from a distance, never go onto the beach, jetties, or near cliff edges, and avoid walking on driftwood. Unexpectedly large "sneaker" waves can rush in up on the beach without warning, and large, heavy logs can roll with the water and cause injury or death. Always check tide tables for the specific area to know when to be off the beach, respect all safety barriers, and signs that are placed near entrances and be aware that even areas that seem safe can be hazardous.

11/01/2025

Before you shop
Start with a few stores: Choose one grocery store and one for other essentials to learn their unique rules and loyalty programs without getting overwhelmed.

Learn store policies: Understand each store's coupon policy, including rules on "stacking" (using multiple coupons on one item) and which offers can be combined.

Download apps and join rewards programs: Sign up for store loyalty programs and download rebate apps like Ibotta, Rakuten, or Fetch Rewards to access digital coupons and cash back offers.

Set a budget

Create a shopping list

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10/31/2025

The government shutdown is a huge this for this community all through Lincoln County as well as other states around the world. Some things you can do to help your community and your family as well include the following,
🛍️Donate to local pantries of food or funds.
⏳Volunteer at food pantries
❣️Volunteer to help a family with vegetables or something else specific they need and use that might become hard to get all month long without that funding they had.

We all need to help one another. This is a great time for communities to come together and help each other. Maybe it’s for a ride to the store because they have to spend gas money on food.
Maybe you cooked so much you can invite that friend and family over for dinner.

Here’s a list of food pantries in Lincoln county:

535 NE 1st St, Newport, OR 97365

1505 NE 6th Dr, Lincoln City, OR 97367

156 N Main St, Toledo, OR 97391

3710 S Crestline Dr, Waldport, OR 97394

Another place to contsctnif your needing food and often times clothes is the salvation army

Salvation Army
140 NE 4th St, Newport, OR 9736

08/31/2025

Online Safety
* Remind children never to share personal information online.
* Encourage open communication about online activity and report any cyberbullying to school officials.
“Back-to-school season is the perfect time to refresh safety habits and make sure our children know what to do before, during, and after an emergency,” said Erin McMahon, Director of the Oregon Department of Emergency Management. “Preparedness is a lifelong skill, and starting young helps keep our communities safe.”
For more back-to-school safety and preparedness tips, visit Back to School Safety Checklist - National Safety Council.

08/30/2025

Back-to-School Safety and Preparedness: Tips for Families:
As students across Oregon return to the classroom, the Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds families to make safety and preparedness part of their back-to-school routine. Whether your child is walking to school, riding the bus, or logging on for virtual learning, a few simple steps can help keep them safe and ready for the school year ahead.
School Route & Transportation Safety
* Walkers: Teach children to use sidewalks when available, cross at crosswalks, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street.
* Bicyclists: Always wear a properly fitted helmet and follow traffic laws.
* Bus Riders: Stand at least three giant steps from the curb and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before boarding.
* Drivers: Slow down in school zones and be alert for children crossing streets.
Emergency Contact & Communication Plans
* Update your child’s school with current emergency contacts, medical information, and pick-up authorizations.
* Make sure your child knows how to reach you and another trusted adult in case of an emergency.
* Teach your child how to call 9-1-1, when it is appropriate to do so, and why it is important to memorize their home address and their parents’ or guardians’ phone numbers so they can provide this information to emergency responders.
Preparedness for Emergencies
* Pack an emergency comfort kit in your child’s backpack with items like a small flashlight, family contact list, water, snacks, and a note of reassurance.
* Review your family’s emergency plan, including where to meet if you cannot get to the school right away.
* Sign up for local alerts through OR-Alert to stay informed of weather, road closures, and emergency situations that may impact your child’s school day.