Beverly Hills City Council
September 16, 2025

STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date: September 16, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: Meena Janmohamed, Program Manager, Emergency
Management
Subject:

Attachments:

National Preparedness Month

1. Family Emergency Supplies Kit

2. Family Emergency Plan

3. Emergency Plan for People with Disabilities

4. Pet Emergency Preparedness

5. City of Beverly Hills Emergency Notification Card

INTRODUCTION
National Preparedness Month is a nationwide campaign held each September to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses, and schools. In alignment with the City Council’s ongoing commitment to public safety, the City of Beverly Hills will once again spotlight emergency preparedness and disaster mitigation throughout the month. Building on the success of prior years efforts, a variety of outreach efforts designed to reach all community members will take place throughout the month of September.

DISCUSSION
“Creating a Culture of Preparedness” is the overriding theme for all of the City’s emergency outreach initiatives. The City’s goal is to raise public awareness and inspire a “call to action” by community members to take the necessary steps to protect the life, property, and safety of themselves, family members, neighbors, and co-workers. Planning and preparing before a disaster can significantly reduce the devastating impact of a large-scale event, as well as the potential recovery time. A major disaster has the ability to overwhelm emergency and government service resources, delaying response to those in need for days. These preparedness efforts include being self-sufficient for at least seven days, including storing water for up to fourteen days.

Meeting Date: September 16, 2025

This year, the City will encourage community members to prepare for severe weather events. In recent years, extreme weather events have become more frequent and intense across the nation. Extreme weather events can include powerful windstorms and flooding to heat waves and winter storms; these events can strike with little warning, disrupting power, transportation, and communication systems for days or even weeks. Those who take the time to prepare now will be better prepared to face the impacts of these types of events if/when they occur.

Planning ahead can make the difference between weathering the storm safely and facing a crisis unprepared. When severe weather threatens our community, those who have prepared in advance will be better positioned to protect themselves, help their neighbors, and recover more quickly.

Emergency Information Sources
Community members are encouraged to take note of the following sources for emergency information specific to the City of Beverly Hills that will provide information during or after a disaster:
• City of Beverly Hills Website: www.beverlyhills.org
• City of Beverly Hills Disaster Hotline: (310) 550-4680 • Radio: 1500 AM
• T.V.: Channels 10 and 35
• Twitter/X: www.twitter.com/CityofBevHills
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/CityofBevHills
• Nixle: Text BEVHILLS and BHPDALERT to 888777
• State of California Earthquake Alert App: myshake.berkeley.edu Community Outreach
Throughout the month of September, the City will also provide additional emergency preparedness information at the following sources:
• “Disasters Happen” banners displayed on City streets and at City facilities; • Public service announcements on the City’s cable channels 10 and 35; • Information on City website, Facebook and Twitter pages; • Press releases to local press;
• Information booth at the Senior Health Fair on September 22nd,11am to 1pm at Roxbury Park Community Center;
• Information booth at the Just In Case Beverly Hills, Emergency Preparedness Event on September 7
th
, 8pm to 1pm at the Beverly Hills
Farmers Market; and
• A community campaign distributed to residents and employees.

City Council members are asked to refer Community members to the above places for information, or they may call Emergency Management at (310) 285-1021.

FISCAL IMPACT
Costs for the banner installation and the other minimal costs of outreach for National Preparedness month are covered under the Fire Department’s annual budget.

Meeting Date: September 16, 2025

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this update on National Preparedness Month.

Gregory W. Barton,
Fire Chief
Approved By
Attachment 1
Family Emergency
Supplies Kit ✓
What will
you need
if disaster
strikes?
o Plastic garbage bags
o Chlorine bleach
o Cash (small bills and coins. If the electricity
is out you won’t be able to use ATMs or credit
cards)
Pet Supplies
o Food
o Water
o Medications
o Leash
o Tags
o Litter box
o Vaccination information
Clothing and bedding
Include at least one complete change of clothing
and a sturdy pair of shoes.
o Blankets or sleeping bags
Special items
o Formula
o Diapers
o Bottles
o Contact lenses and supplies
o Extra eye glasses
o Entertainment—games, books
Important family documents
Keep these records in a waterproof, portable
container
o Wills, insurance policies, contracts, deeds,
stocks and bonds
o Passports, social security cards,
immunization records
o Bank account numbers
o Credit card account numbers and companies
o Inventory of valuable household goods,
important telephone numbers
o Family records (birth, marriage, death
certificates)
Supply Kit, continued... The American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles, and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health want
individuals and families to be prepared for all types of emergencies. We believe that emergency preparedness
can save lives and we encourage everyone to take as
many of the steps in this pamphlet as possible to help
ensure their own safety.

To find out more about emergency preparedness visit
www.redcrossLA.org, www.labt or www.lapublichealth.org.

This publication was supported by Grant/Cooperative Agreement Number U90/CCU917012-06 from CDC. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of CDC.
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Emergency Supplies Kit
Emergencies can happen
at any time, and they often
require families to look after
their own needs for several
days. When an emergency
strikes, it’s too late to begin
to plan how you and your
family will cope with it, or to
assemble the things you will need to survive. In the
event of a major disaster, emergency services may
be overwhelmed and will only be able to respond
to life-threatening emergencies. If help takes
hours, or even days to arrive, would your family be
prepared to cope?
Preparing for an emergency before it strikes is
your surest path to survival. One key step is to
assemble an Emergency Supplies Kit. By gathering
emergency supplies in advance, your family will be
much more prepared for an evacuation or extended
stay at home.

First things first.

Determine what type of container you’ll use to
store your supplies. This will depend on how many
people you are providing for. The container should
be something that can be picked up or wheeled
away in case of evacuation. Some examples
include a large, covered trash container, a plastic
storage container, or a backpack.

Determine where you’ll store your kit.

Store your kit in a convenient place known to all
family members.

Emergency Supply Kit Checklist
The essential items of a kit include at least a three-day supply of food and water for each person, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools, and emergency supplies and special items.

Review your kit every six months. Replace the food and water and add necessary items as your family’s needs change.

Keep a smaller
version of the
Emergency Supplies
Kit in the trunk of
your car.
✓ Water
o Store one gallon of water per person (or pet)
per day.
o Store water in plastic containers, such as
soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers
that may break, such as glass bottles.

Food
Select foods that require no refrigeration,
preparation or cooking and little or no water.

Select food items that are compact and
lightweight. Most importantly, select foods that
you and your family like.
o Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and
vegetables
o Canned juices, milk, soup
o High energy foods, such as peanut butter,
jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix
o Special food for infants, elderly persons, or
persons on special diets
o Comfort food, such as cookies, candy, etc.

First Aid Kit
Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one
for each car.
o Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes
o 2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
o 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6)
o Hypoallergenic adhesive tape
o Triangular bandages (3)
o 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
o 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
o Scissors
o Tweezers
o Needle
o Moistened towelettes
o Antiseptic
o Thermometer
o Tongue depressor (2)
o Petroleum jelly or other lubricant
o Assorted sizes of safety pins
o Cleansing agent/soap
o Latex gloves (2 pair)
o Sunscreen
Non-prescription drugs
o Aspirin or non-aspirin pain reliever
o Anti-diarrhea medication
o Antacid (for stomach upset)
o Syrup of ipecac (use to induce vomiting if
advised by the Poison Control Center)
o Laxative
o Activated charcoal (use if advised by the
Poison Control Center)
o Prescription medications
Tools and Supplies
o Eating utensils, cups, and plates
o Solar, manual or battery operated radio and
extra batteries
o Flashlight and extra batteries
o Non-electric can opener
o Whistle
o Plastic sheeting
o Duct tape
o Map
o Gloves
o Wrench (to turn off gas and water)
o Crowbar
o Soap or antibacterial gel
o Toilet paper
o Feminine supplies
o Personal hygiene items, such as a
toothbrush and toothpaste
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The American Red Cross of Greater Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services want individuals and families to be prepared for all types of emergencies. We believe that emergency preparedness ✓
can save lives and we encourage everyone to take as many of the steps in this pamphlet as possible to help ensure their own safety.

To find out more about emergency preparedness visit www.redcrossLA.org, www.labt.org or www.ladhs.org.  Discuss what types of emergencies are mostly likely to happen in your area. Discuss what to do in each case.
 Using the floor plan provided, determine the best escape routes from your home. Find two ways out of each room.
 Learn about your community’s warning signals: what they sound like, what you should do when you hear them, and what visual signals are available if you have a hearing loss.
 Pick two places to meet:

1. Right outside your home in case of a sudden emergency, like a fire.

2. Outside your neighborhood in case you can’t return home.  Everyone must know their emergency contact addresses and phone numbers.
 Ask an out-of-state relative or friend to be your “family contact.”  After a major disaster, it’s often easier to call long distance. Family members should call this person and tell them where they are.

Everyone must know your contact’s phone number.
 Ask about animal care during and after a disaster. Pets are not allowed inside emergency shelters or in some hotels. Contact your local humane society for additional information. Plan how to take care of your pets. Service animals are allowed in shelters.
 Find out about the emergency plans at your workplace, your children’s school or daycare center and other places where your family spends time. Make sure all family members are aware of the different plans.

Emergency Checklist
Remain calm and be patient.
 Put your Emergency Plan into action.
 Check for injuries. Give first aid and call 911 only for life-threatening emergencies.
 Follow the advice of local emergency officials.
 Listen to your radio or television for news and instructions.  Evacuate, if advised to do so. Wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes.

Check your home for damage.
 Use flashlights. Do not light matches or candles.
 Do not turn on electrical switches until you rule out damage.  Shut off any other damaged utilities.
 Check for fires, fire hazards and other household hazards. Sniff for gas leaks, starting at the water heater. If you smell, hear, or see gas, or suspect a gas leak, turn off the main gas valve, open the windows, and get everyone outside quickly.
 Clean up spilled medicines, bleaches, gasoline and other flammable liquids immediately.

If Disaster Strikes
Remember to...
 Confine or secure
your pets.
 Call your family contact. Do not
use the telephone again unless it
is a life-threatening emergency.
 Check on your neighbors, especially
those living alone, or those who are
elderly or have a disability.
 Stay away from downed power
lines.
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For People with Disabilities
PlanEmergency
Emergencies can happen at any time, often with no warning. Some emergencies can force a person to evacuate their home; others may force whole neighborhoods to be evacuated, while still others may require people to stay in their homes for days. Whether small or widespread, emergencies can pose special challenges for individuals with disabilities. If you or a loved one has a disability and were forced to evacuate your home, or if basic services such as water, gas, electricity or telephones were cut off, would you, your family and your neighbors know what to do to ensure your well-being and safety?
People with disabilities are best prepared to cope with emergencies by preparing customized emergency plans in advance, and sharing it with those around them. Having a plan and knowing what to do is your best protection and an important responsibility.

Emergency Plan
For People with Disabilities
 Check with your local fire department
and/or city hall for more information
on emergency preparedness for
disabilities in your community.
 Learn what to do in case of power
outages and personal injuries. Know
how to connect or start a back-up
power supply for essential medical
equipment.
 If you or someone in your household
uses a wheelchair or an assistive
device, make more than one exit from
your home wheelchair-accessible in
case the primary exit is blocked in a
disaster.
 Teach those who may need to assist
you in an emergency how to operate
neccessary equipment.
 Arrange for a relative and/or neighbor
to check on you in an emergency.
 Learn to turn off the water, gas and
electricity at the main switches.
 Consider getting a medical alert
system that will allow you to call
for help if you are immobilized in an
emergency.
 Keep family records in a watertight,
fireproof container.
✓
✓ In a fire or other emergency, you
may need to evacuate your house,
apartment or mobile home on a
moment’s notice. You should be
ready to get out fast.

Develop an escape plan by drawing
a floor plan of your residence.

Indicate the location of emergency
supplies (Emergency Supplies Kit),
fire extinguishers, smoke alarms,
collapsible ladders, first aid kits
and utility shut off points.

If you or someone in your household
uses a wheelchair or other mobility
device, make more than one
exit from your home wheelchairaccessible in case the primary exit is blocked in a disaster.

Next use a color pen to draw a
broken line charting at least
two escape routes from each
room. Mark a place outside your
home where household members
should meet.

Practice emergency evacuation
drills at least two times each year.
 Keep the shut-off switch for oxygen
equipment near your bed or chair, so you
can get to it quickly if there’s a fire.
 Repair defective electrical wiring and leaky
gas connections.
 Fasten shelves securely.
 Place large, heavy objects on lower shelves.
 Brace overhead light fixtures.
 Secure water heater. Strap to wall studs.
 Repair cracks in ceilings or foundations.
 Store weed killers, pesticides and flammable products away from heat sources.
 Place oily polishing rags or waste in covered metal cans.  Clean and repair chimneys, flue pipes, vent connectors and gas vents.

Create an Escape Plan
Hazard Hunt
In a disaster, ordinary items in the home can cause injury and damage. Anything that can move, fall, break or cause a fire is a potential hazard.

Don’t hang pictures and
mirrors above beds.

Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit
 Do not overload electrical outlets.
 Install smoke alarms - especially near
bedrooms. Clean and test smoke
alarms once a month. Change
batteries at least once a year.
 Keep a whistle in each bedroom to
awaken household members in case
of a fire.
 Purchase an A-B-C type fire
extinguisher.
 Have a collapsible ladder on each
upper floor of your house.
 Consider installing home sprinklers.

Fill out, copy and distribute to
all family members
Emergency Meeting Place (outside your home) :

Meeting Place (outside your neighborhood) :

Phone:

Address:

Family Contact:

Phone (Day)
Phone (Evening)
Emergency Telephone Numbers
In a life-threatening emergency, dial 911
or the local emergency medical services
system number.

Police Department:

Fire Department:

Hospital:

Family Physician:

Name:

Phone:

The essential items of a kit include at least a three-day supply of food and water for each person, first aid supplies, clothing and bedding, tools, and emergency supplies and special items.

Review your kit every six months. Replace the food and water and add necessary items as your family’s needs change.

Disability Checklist
 Extra wheelchair and hearing aid batteries, oxygen, medication, catheters, food and water for service animals, or other special equipment you might need.
 A list of the style and serial numbers of medical devices, such as pacemakers.
 Store backup equipment, such as a manual wheelchair, at a neighbor’s home, school, or your workplace.

Water
 Store one gallon of water per person (or pet) per day. Store water in plastic containers, such as soft drink bottles. Avoid using containers that may break, such as glass bottles.

Food
Select foods that require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking and little or no water.
 Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, and vegetables, canned juices, milk, soup, high energy foods, such as peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix,
 Special food for infants, elderly persons, or persons on special diets, comfort food, such as cookies, candy, etc.

First Aid Kit
Assemble a first aid kit for your home and one for each car.  Sterile adhesive bandages in assorted sizes, 2-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6), 4-inch sterile gauze pads (4-6), Hypoallergenic adhesive tape, Triangular bandages (3), 2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls), 3-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls), Scissors, Tweezers, Needle, Moistened towelettes, Antiseptic, Thermometer, Tongue depressor (2), Petroleum jelly or other lubricant, Assorted sizes of safety pins, Cleansing agent/soap, Latex gloves (2 pair), Sunscreen.

Tools and Supplies
 Eating utensils, cups, and plates, solar, manual or battery operated radio and extra batteries, flashlight and extra batteries, non-electric can opener, whistle, plastic sheeting, duct tape, map, gloves, wrench (to turn off gas and water), crowbar, soap or antibacterial gel, toilet paper, feminine supplies, personal hygiene items, such as a toothbrush and toothpaste, plastic garbage bags, chlorine bleach,
cash (small bills and coins. If the
electricity is out you won’t be
able to use ATMs or credit
cards).

Clothing and bedding
 Blankets or sleeping
bags
Example Escape Plan
Use the box
to draw your
floor plan
Use a second sheet
of paper if
you have a
multiple level
home.

Test your
smoke alarms
monthly and
change the batteries at least
once a year.

Floor plan
Attachment 4
Prepare For
Emergencies Now:

Information For
Pet Owners.
www.ready.gov
This information was developed by the
Federal Emergency Management Agency
in consultation with:

American Kennel Club, The American Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,
American Veterinary Medical Association,
and The Humane Society of the U.S.

Preparing for Your
Pets Makes Sense.

Get Ready Now.

If you are like millions of animal owners nationwide, your pet is an important member of your household. The likelihood that you and your
animals will survive an emergency such as a fire or
flood, tornado or terrorist attack depends largely
on emergency planning done today. Some of the
things you can do to prepare for the unexpected,
such as assembling an animal emergency supply
kit and developing a pet care buddy system, are
the same for any emergency. Whether you decide
to stay put in an emergency or evacuate to a safer
location, you will need to make plans in advance
for your pets. Keep in mind that what’s best for
you is typically what’s best for your animals.

If you must evacuate, take your pets with you if
possible. However, if you are going to a public
shelter, it is important to understand that animals
may not be allowed inside. Plan in advance for
shelter alternatives that will work for both you and
your pets.

Make a back-up emergency plan in case you can’t
care for your animals yourself. Develop a buddy
system with neighbors, friends and relatives to
make sure that someone is available to care for
or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so.

Be prepared to improvise and use what you have
on hand to make it on your own for at least three
days, maybe longer.

Preparing for the
unexpected makes sense.

Get Ready Now.

FEMA R-7
Prepare Get a Pet Emergency Supply Kit.

Just as you do with your family’s emergency supply kit, think first about the basics for survival, particularly food and water. Consider two kits. In one, put everything you and your pets will need to stay where you are. The other should be a lightweight, smaller version you can take with you if you and your pets have to get away. Plus, be sure to review your kits regularly to ensure that their contents, especially foods and medicines, are fresh.

Food. Keep at least three days of food in an airtight,
waterproof container.

Water. Store at least three days of water specifically for your pets in addition to water you need for yourself and your family.

Medicines and medical records. Keep an extra supply
of medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof container.

First aid kit. Talk to your veterinarian about what is most appropriate for your pet’s emergency medical needs. Most kits should include cotton bandage rolls, bandage tape and scissors; antibiotic ointment; flea and tick prevention; latex gloves, isopropyl alcohol and saline solution. Include a pet first aid reference book.

Collar with ID tag, harness or leash. Your pet should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identification at all times. Include a backup leash, collar and ID tag in your pet’s emergency supply kit. In addition, place copies of your pet’s registration information, adoption papers, vaccination documents and medical records in a clean plastic bag or waterproof container and also add them to your kit. You should also consider talking with your veterinarian about permanent identification such as microchipping, and enrolling your pet in a recovery database.

Crate or other pet carrier. If you need to evacuate in an emergency situation take your pets and animals with you provided that it is practical to do so. In many cases, your ability to do so will be aided by having a sturdy, safe, comfortable crate or carrier ready for transporting your pet. The carrier should be large enough for your pet to stand, turn around and lie down.

Sanitation. Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags and household chlorine bleach to provide for your pet’s sanitation needs. You can use
bleach as a disinfectant (dilute nine parts water
to one part bleach), or in an emergency you
can also use it to purify water. Use 16 drops
of regular household liquid bleach per
gallon of water. Do not use scented or
color safe bleaches, or those
with added cleaners.
1 A picture of you and your pet together. If you become separated from your pet during an emergency, a picture of you and your pet together will help you document ownership and allow others to assist you in identifying your pet. Include detailed information about species, breed, age, sex, color and distinguishing characteristics.

Familiar items. Put favorite toys, treats or bedding in your kit.

Familiar items can help reduce stress for your pet.

Talk to your pet’s veterinarian
about emergency planning.

Discuss the types of things that you should
include in your pet’s emergency first aid kit.

Get the names of vets or veterinary hospitals
in other cities where you might need to seek
temporary shelter. You should also consider
talking with your veterinarian about
permanent identification such as
microchipping, and enrolling your pet in a recovery database.

If your pet is microchipped, keeping your emergency contact information up to date and listed with a reliable recovery database is essential to your being reunited with your pet.

Gather contact information for emergency animal
treatment. Make a list of contact information and addresses of area animal control agencies including the Humane Society or SPCA, and emergency veterinary hospitals. Keep one copy of these phone numbers with you and one in your pet’s emergency supply kit. Obtain “Pets Inside” stickers and place them on your doors or windows, including information on the number and types of pets in your home to alert firefighters and rescue workers.

Consider putting a phone number on the sticker where you could be reached in an emergency. And, if time permits, remember to write the words “Evacuated with Pets” across the stickers, should you flee with your pets.
2 Plan
What You Will Do in an Emergency.

Be prepared to assess the situation. Use whatever
you have on hand to take care of yourself and ensure your pet’s safety during an emergency. Depending on your circumstances and the nature of the emergency the first important decision is whether you stay put or get away. You should understand and plan for both possibilities. Use common sense and the information you are learning here to determine if there is immediate danger.

In any emergency, local authorities may or may not immediately be able to provide information on what is happening and what you should do. However, watch TV, listen to the radio or check the Internet for instructions. If you’re specifically told to evacuate, shelter-in-place or seek medical treatment, do so immediately.

Create a plan to get away. Plan how you will assemble your pets and anticipate where you will go. If you must evacuate, take your pets with you if practical. If you go to a public shelter, keep in mind your animals may not be allowed inside. Secure appropriate lodging in advance depending on the number and type of animals in your care. Consider family or friends willing to take in you and your pets in an emergency. Other options may include: a hotel or motel that takes pets or a boarding facility, such as a kennel or veterinary hospital that is near an evacuation facility or your family’s meeting place. Find out before an emergency happens if any of these facilities in your area might be viable options for you and your pets.

Develop a buddy system. Plan with neighbors, friends or relatives to make sure that someone is available to care for or evacuate your pets if you are unable to do so. Talk with your pet care buddy about your evacuation plans and show them where you keep your pet’s emergency supply kit. Also designate specific locations, one in your immediate neighborhood and another farther away, where you will meet in an emergency.
3 Stay Informed Know About Types of Emergencies.

Some of the things you can do to prepare for the
unexpected, such as assembling an emergency supply kit for yourself, your family and your pets, is the same regardless of the type of emergency. However, it’s important to stay informed about what might happen and know what types of emergencies are likely to affect your region as well as emergency plans that have been established by your state and local government. For more information about how to prepare, visit www.ready.gov
or call 1-800-BE-READY.

Be prepared to adapt this information to your personal
circumstances and make every effort to follow instructions received from authorities on the scene. With these simple preparations, you can be ready for the unexpected. Those who take the time to prepare themselves and their pets will likely encounter less difficulty, stress and worry. Take the time now to get yourself and your pet ready.

Preparing for Your Pets Makes Sense.

Get Ready Now.

Attachment 5
To register your cell phone and email address for emergency alerts go to:
www.beverlyhills.org/emergencynotification
Call (310) 285-1025 if you have questions.

To receive additional text message alerts:

Text BEVHILLS to 888777
Text BHPDALERT to 888777
For further information on emergency preparedness, call the Office of Emergency Management, Resilience, and Recovery at (310) 285 -1025 or visit www.beverlyhills.org/emergencypreparedness.

Beverly Hills Residents and Businesses
Sign Up Now to Keep Your Family and Your Community Safe! The City of Beverly Hills has a mass communication system to notify citizens of an emergency or disaster. If you live or have a business in the City, your landline phone number is already registered.

To register your cell phone and email address for emergency alerts go to:
www.beverlyhills.org/emergencynotification
Call (310) 285-1025 if you have questions.

To receive additional text message alerts:

Text BEVHILLS to 888777
Text BHPDALERT to 888777
For further information on emergency preparedness, call the Office of Emergency Management, Resilience, and Recovery at (310) 285 -1025 or visit www.beverlyhills.org/emergencypreparedness.

Beverly Hills Residents and Businesses
Sign Up Now to Keep Your Family and Your Community Safe! The City of Beverly Hills has a mass communication system to notify citizens of an emergency or disaster. If you live or have a business in the City, your landline phone number is already registered.

During and After a Disaster
For emergency information specific to the City of Beverly Hills, go to the following sources:

City of Beverly Hills Website:
www.beverlyhills.org
City of Beverly Hills Earthquake Reporting App:
www.beverlyhills.org/reportaquake
City of Beverly Hills Disaster Hotline:
(310) 550-4680
Radio: 1500 AM
TV: Channels 10 and 35
X: www.x.com/CityofBevHills
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CityofBevHills
Instagram: www.instagram.com/CityofBevHills
Also, download the MyShake earthquake early warning
app today! Available for both iPhone and Android users.

For further information contact the Office of Emergency Management at (310) 285 -1025
During and After a Disaster
For emergency information specific to the City of Beverly Hills, go to the following sources:

City of Beverly Hills Website:
www.beverlyhills.org
City of Beverly Hills Earthquake Reporting App:
www.beverlyhills.org/reportaquake
City of Beverly Hills Disaster Hotline:
(310) 550-4680
Radio: 1500 AM
TV: Channels 10 and 35
X: www.x.com/CityofBevHills
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CityofBevHills
Instagram: www.instagram.com/CityofBevHills
Also, download the MyShake earthquake early warning
app today! Available for both iPhone and Android users.

For further information contact the Office of Emergency Management at (310) 285 -1025