City of Canyon Lake, Photography by Anthony Arendt Photography

Disaster Preparedness

The City of Canyon Lake has a very active Disaster Preparation Committee that helps coordinate the state and county and local regulations that will help keep the city functioning during a state of emergency. There are plans for emergency shelters, food and provisions, cots and blankets, and medical supplies. The Canyon Lake Community Church serves as the main shelter by way of their gymnasium where restroom and kitchen facilities are available.

There is a field treatment center already set up in Canyon Lake at the East Port where injured parties will be put for triage and help. All the supplies are gathered and stored nearby for this center.

This committee needs volunteers of every type from those who would like to learn ham radio operation to those who can help in a shelter. The City welcomes your involvement in this process. Training is available and we invite you to attend one of their open public meetings where you will learn how you can get involved in your community with this vital function.

Check out this month's ESP Focus Newsletter for key survival tips and Please feel free to call City Hall at 951-244-2955 for further contact information and ways you can get involved!

On February 9th, the City of Canyon Lake held a community disaster drill simulating a 6.5 earthquake. As part of the City's continued emergency education process, please take a moment and try this quiz. Click here to find out if you know what to do during and after an earthquake.

Get Involved...

The Canyon Lake Disaster Preparedness Committee meets  the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m, Blue Bird Hall.

For more information or to serve as a volunteer call City Hall at (951) 244-2955