What portion of my homeowner’s policy will the county collect for debris removal?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
It depends how funds designated for debris removal are handled in your policy. You should consult with your insurance carrier to determine these amounts and how and when they are…
How will I know what part of my insurance coverage is available for debris removal?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
You should work with your insurance company to determine the available insurance funds that are designated for debris removal coverage in your policy. These funds are referred to as “debris…
What does a duplication of benefits mean?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Duplication of benefits refers to assistance from more than one source that is used for the same activity. In this instance, a duplication of benefits would occur if a property…
What is the county’s role in the debris removal insurance collection process?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
In exchange for the State of California assisting the City of Santa Rosa and County of Sonoma with debris removal following the 2020 wildfires through the government-sponsored debris removal program,…
Will you be doing this in other Sonoma County Neighborhoods?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Who is participating in the exercise?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Fitch Mountain Fitch Mountain Citizens Organized to Prepare for Emergencies (COPE) City of Healdsburg City of Healdsburg – Police Department City of Healdsburg – Fire Department Cal FIRE American Red…
What will you accomplish from conducting the exercise?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
We will strengthen collaboration among response agencies and community partners participating in the exercise planning. After the exercise, residents will be asked to complete a survey so we can learn…
What systems/procedures are you testing?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Sonoma County Alert and Warning System (SoCo Alert) to notify residents. Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office will also use the Hi-Lo sirens in neighborhoods as part of the exercise.
Why did you choose these communities for this exercise?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
These communities have a high risk of being impacted by a wildland fire. They have an active, organized community group that help facilitate the exercise planning. The local COPE (Citizens…
Why do residents need to evacuate in an emergency?http://socotestpsa.org/wp-content/themes/blade/images/empty/thumbnail.jpg150150Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness InformationSonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information//socotestpsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/county-seal-75x75-1.png
Evacuation helps first responders meet their primary response priority – Life Safety! All other response objectives must wait until the life safety concerns have been mitigated. Life Safety Property Conservation…