Safety in Numbers… Emergency Contact Update

The Lake County Emergency Management Agency and Local Emergency Planning Committee are encouraging Lake County residents to take action, make a plan and be prepared for any disaster or emergency through the “Ready Lake County” campaign during September – National Preparedness Month.

“No family has the same needs for emergency planning. Everyone should discuss and plan accordingly to keeping their family prepared,” said Larry Greene, Director of Lake County EMA.

“While we are here for everyone in the community, during an emergency, our first responders will assist the elderly and people with special needs before they would be able to assist the general public. Which could leave many individuals and families to be self-sufficient for a few days. Don’t wait any longer, now is the time to discuss a family plan and assemble that emergency kit,” he added.

ReadyLakeCounty.com is the one source for everyone to easily access agencies, resources and basic information to create disaster plans, build personal emergency supply kits, prepare for pet needs, and identify which agencies best meet their unique emergency needs.

Vesta Alert Emergency Notification System (Reverse 9-1-1) is used by the Lake County Emergency Management Agency to notify residents of emergency situations. The new system has the capabilities of reaching residents with important message and instructions on what to do during an emergency. Landline phones are already included in the system. If you would like to receive emergency notifications on your cell phone, register your phone at Reverse911signup.info or call 440-350-5499. The information submitted is confidential and will not be shared with any one else. Immediate Emergency or Medical Need - Call 9-1-1 General Emergency Information - Lifeline 2-1-1 Evacuation - Laketran 440-354-6100 OR 888-525-3872 Emergency Shelter - American Red Cross 440-352-3171 Heating/Cooling Centers - Lake County Council on Aging 440-205-8111 Lifeline 2-1-1 Utility Services: Dominion East Ohio: 800-362-7557 Emergency: 877-542-2630 First Energy: 888-544-4877 Painesville Electric Distribution Office: 440-392-6185 Emergency Pet Services: American Red Cross 440-352-3171 Lake County Humane Society 440-951-6122 Senior/Disabled Services: Lake County Council on Aging 440-205-8111 Laketran 440-354-6100 OR 888-525-3872 RSVP 440-269-3015

Ready Lake County is supported through partnership with local Police and Fire Departments, Lake County General Health District, Laketran, Lifeline 2-1-1, American Red Cross, First Energy, Dominion East Ohio, Lubrizol, United Way of Lake County.