Map Your Neighborhood (Photo – Transition US)
More than 10% of Altadena residents are now included in neighborhood groups prepared for the next disaster by all volunteer Altadena Map Your Neighbor (MYN) Committee.
MYN completes its third year of executing the program for disaster preparedness. The simple 9-step MYN program instructs all residents how they can participate, regardless of age or physical capability.
Residents will learn how to prepare their own home and family, and respond to the needs of their neighbors and neighborhood, following a disaster (i.e. earthquake, loss of power, flooding, and/or high winds). In a catastrophe, as first responders will be tied up in assessments and resource allocation decisions, the most immediate source of help will be the neighbors. MYN provides the opportunity for neighbors to get to know neighbors and share crucial information regarding the skills and inventory that might be available in each neighborhood.
Community trainings
Community trainings are hosted by Altadena Town and Country Club (ATCC), a staunch supporter of MYN efforts. Neighborhood trainings have taken place in the homes of 74 neighborhood hosts.
Information that the Altadena MYN Committee disseminates includes the Washington State Emergency Management’s MYN training booklet (shingle); disaster information and resources specific to Los Angeles County; safe water tips; emergency supply shopping lists for home and car; safe human waste disposal practices; pet preparedness; fire extinguisher use; and important communication methods regarding radio use and out of town contacts.
> The next MYN Community Training will be Sunday, May 19, 2019, at the Altadena Town and Country Club, at 4pm.
For more information or to volunteer to help the Altadena MYN Committee “cover the town,” email mynrsvp2@gmail.com.
Source: MYN Committee
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