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When disaster strikes—like a wildfire, earthquake, flood, or other emergency—San Diego County needs a clear plan to keep people safe, protect property, and support our communities. The Emergency Operations Plan (Plan) is that guide. It explains how the County and all the cities within the county work together during disasters and major emergencies.
We are updating the Plan in 2025 and 2026, and your feedback is very important. It helps make sure the Plan reflects the needs, values, and priorities of everyone in San Diego County.
The Plan is updated every four years to include current risks, community needs, changes in how we respond, new tools and technology, and lessons learned from previous disasters.
Why Community Feedback Matters: Emergencies affect everyone, but not equally. By participating in this process, you help:
Shape emergency response priorities
Identify service gaps and access barriers
Strengthen coordination across agencies and communities
Ensure your community is represented in emergency planning decisions
How You Can Participate:
Share your feedback
Review and comment on the draft plan
Suggest improvements
Join upcoming engagement activities
Ask questions
The Plan Update Will Consider:
Your feedback
How emergency alerts and public information are shared
Evacuation planning and accessible transportation
Emergency shelter and feeding services
Support for people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs
Coordination with community organizations and local businesses
When disaster strikes—like a wildfire, earthquake, flood, or other emergency—San Diego County needs a clear plan to keep people safe, protect property, and support our communities. The Emergency Operations Plan (Plan) is that guide. It explains how the County and all the cities within the county work together during disasters and major emergencies.
We are updating the Plan in 2025 and 2026, and your feedback is very important. It helps make sure the Plan reflects the needs, values, and priorities of everyone in San Diego County.
The Plan is updated every four years to include current risks, community needs, changes in how we respond, new tools and technology, and lessons learned from previous disasters.
Why Community Feedback Matters: Emergencies affect everyone, but not equally. By participating in this process, you help:
Shape emergency response priorities
Identify service gaps and access barriers
Strengthen coordination across agencies and communities
Ensure your community is represented in emergency planning decisions
How You Can Participate:
Share your feedback
Review and comment on the draft plan
Suggest improvements
Join upcoming engagement activities
Ask questions
The Plan Update Will Consider:
Your feedback
How emergency alerts and public information are shared
Evacuation planning and accessible transportation
Emergency shelter and feeding services
Support for people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs
Coordination with community organizations and local businesses
When disaster strikes—like a wildfire, earthquake, flood, or other emergency—San Diego County needs a clear plan to keep people safe, protect property, and support our communities. The Emergency Operations Plan (Plan) is that guide. It explains how the County and all the cities within the county work together during disasters and major emergencies. Document for Public Review and Comment - The public comment period is open from September 3 - October 31, 2025.
We welcome your review and feedback on the entire plan, but we encourage you to direct your attention to the sections that are relevant to your community experience, organization, and expertise. Click anywhere in the document to add a comment. If needed, comments may be submitted via email to: oes@sdcounty.ca.gov
The Plan is organized into 18 parts: Executive Summary
Basic Plan
Annex A – Emergency Management
Annex B – Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid Operations
Annex C – Law Enforcement and Mutual Aid Operations
Annex D – Mass-Casualty Incident Operations
Annex E – Public Health Operations
Annex F – Medical Examiner Operations
Annex G – Care and Shelter Operations
Annex H – Environmental Health Operations
Annex I – Communications
Annex J – Construction & Engineering Operations
Annex K – Logistics
Annex L – Emergency Public Information
Annex M – Behavioral Health Operations
Annex O – Animal Services
Annex P – Terrorism
Annex Q – Evacuation
Review the Draft Emergency Operations Plan Document
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