This list of helpful emergency preparedness resources will be continuously updated. (Last update 2/9/2026)

Emergency Preparedness at Home (PDF)
A guide for how to prepare your home and family for an emergency, including information on how to assemble an emergency kit, a communication plan, and more.

Prep 101: An Introduction to Getting Prepared (PDF)
An easy-to-digest graphic guide for how to start preparing for emergencies.

Neighborhood Emergency Teams (NETs) | Portland.gov

Get information on your local Neighborhood Emergency Team or to volunteer.

Preparation Resources: City of Portland
Resources from the City of Portland Bureau of Emergency Management.

Basic Earthquake Emergency Communication Nodes (BEECNs): City of Portland
The Bureau of Emergency Management’s Earthquake Preparedness page.

Multnomah County Office of Emergency Management
A one-stop resource for Multnomah County’s emergency resources, including activation level information, community resources, and more.

PDX Ready!
Find out which natural hazards are likely in your area and steps you can take to prepare. Type your location in the search box at the top of the page, select a location on the map, or click “FIND ME.”

Sign up for Public Alerts: Portland and Multnomah County
PublicAlerts sends landline phone, mobile phone, text, and email alerts to Multnomah County residents.

Earthquake Resiliency: City Club of Portland
The City Club’s Earthquake Resiliency Report, which outlines how the city can bounce back after a major earthquake.

Countertop Gravity Water Filters: Which is Best?
Shopping for a countertop water purification filter? Gravity water filters can purify your drinking water in case the city’s water system is damaged due to a natural disaster, like an earthquake. This guide walks you through the at-home gravity water filter options.