Calling Here
International dialing code: +503
Languages spoken: Spanish (98%), English (1%), Nahuatl (1%).
- Common greetings include “Buenos días” (Good morning), “Buenas tardes” (Good afternoon), and “Buenas noches” (Good evening/night).
Hazard Preparedness
Create an Earthquake Preparedness Plan
Prepare your household for an earthquake by creating a specific plan. Identify safe spots in each room, establish meeting places (near and far), outline communication strategies, and share the plan with all members.
- Identify safe spots in each room (under sturdy tables/desks, against interior walls away from windows/heavy objects).
- Determine primary and secondary exit routes from your home.
- Establish safe meeting places: one near home, one outside the neighborhood.
Create a Flood Emergency Plan
Prepare your household for potential flooding by creating a specific emergency plan. Identify your flood risk, establish evacuation routes to higher ground, create a communication plan, and assemble necessary supplies.
- Determine your specific flood risk (check flood maps, know local flood history).
- Identify safe evacuation routes to higher ground.
- Establish a family communication plan (including out-of-area contact).
Compile a List of Emergency Contacts
Ensure quick access to crucial numbers by compiling a comprehensive emergency contact list. Include family members, close friends, doctors, schools, work, and local emergency services (police, fire, hospital non-emergency lines).
- Gather essential contact information: Family members (cell, home, work, email), Out-of-area contact.
- Include: Close friends/neighbors, Work/School contacts, Doctors/Specialists/Dentist, Pharmacy.
- Add: Veterinarian (if pets), Insurance providers (home, auto, health), Utility companies, Landlord/Property manager.
Official Emergency Resources
Local Alert Channels
Emergency Coverage
Emergency Numbers in Related Countries
Police, fire, and ambulance numbers for related countries.
