Stoneybrook Village

Disaster Plan

By Stoneybrook Village Preparedness Committee

2/8/2016

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INDEX

Page 1 INDEX

Page 2 INTRODUCTION

Page 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Page 3 PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE

Page 3 MITIGATION

Preparedness Survey

Help Your Neighbor Program

Workshops

Group Orders

Snow Removal Program

Page 4 RESPONSE TEAMS

4 x 4 Drivers

Snow Shovelers

First Aid Response Team

Assessment and Assistance Team

Page 4 RESPONSES TEAM COMMUNICATION PLAN

Page 5 EMERGENCY SUPPLIES

Page 6 Figure 1: Stoneybrook Clubhouse Meeting Place

Page 7 Appendix A: Hazard Analysis

Page 10 Appendix B: Individual Hazard Reports

Earthquake Page 10-11

Disruption of Water Page 12-13

Severe Storm/Wind Page 14-15

Wildfire Danger Page 16

Hazardous Air Page 17-18

Natural Gas Leak Page 19-20

Toxic Gas Cloud Page 21

Hazardous Spill Page 22

Prolonged Power Failure Page 23-29

Page 30 ECHO: Disaster Planning for Community Assns.

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STONEYBROOK VILLAGE DISASTER PLAN

INTRODUCTION

Stoneybrook Village, as an over-55 community, is classified as a “vulnerable population” relative to disaster

preparedness. Although this means that we may have a certain priority for City and County rescue efforts in a

disaster, we are likely to be considered after hospitals, schools, OSU, mental health and other facilities. We

could be “on our own” for up to 3 or 4 days before receiving assistance from outside the community in a

major disaster. As we saw during the excessive snow fall in February 2014, we were not a priority (at least

for plowing) even in such a minor disaster. It therefore behooves us to put into place plans whereby we, as a

distinct community, can help each other be more resilient and responsive in the event of a disaster. We have a

unique opportunity here, as we are a fairly cohesive and affluent community with a strong Owners

Association that can provide the leadership for development and implementation of such plans.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The disasters with the highest probability that Stoneybrook Village may to be subject to include:

Earthquakes Wind Storms Disruption of Water Supply

Droughts Winter Storms Extended Power Failures

Wild Fires Volcanic Eruptions High Heat Events

Pandemic Events Toxic Spills/Gases Terrorism

Appendix B: Hazard Analysis

This plan starts with the position that our most effective response to any occurrence of these disasters would

be neighbors reaching out and helping each other. It therefore outlines actions that we can take to help

organize these responses to make them more effective and to prepare us for eventual assistance from outside

of the community. The key elements of this plan are:

1. Maintain a SVOA Preparedness Committee chartered to implement this plan.

2. Mitigation: Be Prepared in Advance

a. Preparedness Survey

b. Help-Your-Neighbor Program

c. Workshops on Individual Preparedness

d. Group Orders of Preparedness Supplies

e. Contracted Snow Removal Program

3. Response: Organized Neighbors Ready to Help

a. 4x4 Drivers

b. Snow Shovelers

c. First Aid Response Team

d. Assessment and Assistance Team

4. Supplies: Maintain a Cache of Needed Supplies

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PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE

In March 2014 the SVOA Board established a permanent Preparedness Committee to report to the Board.

Responsibilities include making and updating preparedness plans, making recommendations and advising the

Board on emergency responses to storms, power failures, earthquakes, etc. and maintaining any SVOA-

owned disaster supplies.

MITIGATION

The Preparedness Committee has initiated several major programs that aim to improve the disaster resiliency

and general preparedness of Stoneybrook Village.

PREPAREDNESS SURVEY: Each resident of Stoneybrook Village is asked to fill out a survey of what

special needs they may have in a disaster (Needs) and what special skills or tools they may have to offer the

community in a disaster (Resources). The Needs are intended to help make sure our disaster plans take any

special needs into consideration, and may be used to guide rescue efforts. The results are kept confidential and

locked in a secure document safe. The Preparedness Committee Chair and Board President are the only ones

with access to this information. The Resources are tabulated and made available to Stoneybrook Owners in a

password protected section of the SVOA-Corvallis.com website.

HELP-YOUR –NEIGHBOR: The Help-Your-Neighbor Program is a formalization of the fact that the first

responders in a disaster are likely to be one’s neighbors. Each resident is asked to consult with the two

neighbors on each side of them to share information on special needs, contacts, pets, etc. Each resident is

given a card to record this information. The Preparedness Committee will give new cards to new residents as

well as stickers to replace the sections on the neighbors’ cards that have the previous resident’s information.

WORKSHOPS: The Preparedness Committee will host presentations and workshops 1-3 times a year to help

inform and train residents of the community on disaster preparedness. The goal is that all homes ultimately

have their own preparedness plan and supplies.

GROUP ORDERS: Most preparedness plans include storage of certain supplies. By coordinating group

orders of certain supplies, the cost of these supplies can be kept minimal.

SNOW REMOVAL PROGRAM: With the cooperation of our landscape contractor, we have arranged for

them to offer a fixed rate shoveling program. For those who sign up at the beginning of the winter season,

they will come shovel individual driveways and walks after snow or ice events at the agreed upon fixed price

(currently $100/event). This service only applies to those who have applied at the beginning of the season,

and there must be a minimum of 10 homes signed up to implement the program.

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RESPONSE TEAMS

Response teams of volunteers from within the community will be formed to help with our initial response to

various emergencies and disasters. Every volunteer will be asked to sign a waiver accepting personal

responsibility prior to being accepted to these teams. The teams will participate in training workshops

throughout the year in appropriate skills that may be of use to Stoneybrook in these events. At no time will

the team act in a manner beyond their training and authorization. Generally, the responses will be coordinated

from the Clubhouse, unless the Clubhouse is not structurally safe. The Lodge will be the backup location.

Each Response Team will have a Team Leader who shall also be a member of the Preparedness Committee.

4X4 Drivers: A number of residents within Stoneybrook have 4-wheel drive vehicles and appropriate tires to

travel in adverse conditions. A list of those willing to provide transportation to others in the community

during adverse weather events will be made available to the community.

Snow Shovelers: A list of volunteer able-bodied residents who may be willing to help with snow shoveling

during snow events will be formed and made available to the community.

First Aid Response Team: In a severe event that may involve multiple injuries to residents, a team of

volunteer residents who have first aid training will respond to the Clubhouse. Residents needing first aid

attention can come or be brought to the Clubhouse by the Stoneybrook Assessment and Assistance Team.

The First Aid Response Team will triage and administer first aid to the limits of their training, and provide

assessment information to the EMS/EMT responders when they arrive.

Assessment and Assistance Team: This volunteer team’s charter is to go throughout the community and

provide an initial assessment of the impact of the disaster on the community and identify those needing

assistance. This team will also provide command and communications during the response period. Command

will prioritize response, which may include helping the injured get to the Clubhouse, communications with

City responders, and possible rescue operations, depending on the level of training of the responders. It is

recommended that all of the Assessment and Assistance Team be trained and certified with the FEMA CERT

(Community Emergency Response Teams) program.

RESPONSE TEAMS COMMUNICATION PLAN

Contact lists for the Snow Shovelers and the 4x4 Drivers will be made available to Stoneybrook residents in

the Owners section of the SVOA-Corvallis.com website. Residents may contact these members individually

to request assistance during non-disaster storm events. Response Team members other than the Show

Shoveler and 4x4 Drivers are not to self-deploy.

In the event of a large scale emergency or disaster, the following communication protocol should be followed:

1. The SVOA President and Preparedness Committee Chair, or their designates, contact each other to

decide if this is a situation justifying calling out one or more Response Teams.

2. The Preparedness Committee Chair, or designate, will contact the appropriate Response Team

Leader(s) by phone or in person to authorize deployment.

3. The Response Team Leader(s) will contact their team members with instructions for response.

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4. The Preparedness Committee Chair will access the Community Needs listing to ensure those residents

who self-identified as needing assistance are a priority for checking on.

5. Accurate and complete notes of actions taken are to be kept to inform City Responders and for

follow-up.

See Figure 1 for Response Team Meeting Place

COMMUNICATION WITH PROFESSIONAL RESPONDERS

1. An important element of our internal Response Teams will be complete and accurate documentation;

especially of any injuries and anyone needing additional care. This information will be made

available to professional responders when they arrive on scene.

2. HAM radio will be used to communicate with emergency services if telephones and cell phones are

not operable or are too backlogged. There are currently three identified licensed HAM operators in

Stoneybrook, and others will be encouraged at the workshops to become licensed.

EMERGENCY SUPPLIES

The Association will maintain a cache of supplies that may be necessary in a disaster. These supplies should

include, but not be limited to:

Sturdy locked cabinet to store the supplies. SVOA President, Preparedness Committee Chair, and

Community Manager are to have the keys to this cabinet.

Document Safe to contain information on resident who may need extra assistance and any other

documents deemed to be important for during a disaster.

Two way radios to be used by members of the Assessment and Assistance Team to maintain

communication throughout the community when cell phones are not useable.

First Aid kit that includes trauma supplies adequate to handle broken bones and larger bleeding

wounds as well as cuts and scrapes.

Snow shovel to make sure the entry to the Clubhouse is accessible

Gas wrench to allow shutting of the gas to the Clubhouse or residences where gas leaks are detected.

Water main wrench to shut off water in the event of a water line break.

These supplies will be maintained by the Preparedness Committee to replace expired items and keep the

radios charged.

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FIGURE 1: STONEYBROOK CLUBHOUSE- MEETING PLACE FOR RESPONSE TEAMS

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APPENDIX A: HAZARD ANALYSIS

HAZARDS: According to the Oregon Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan 2015, the natural hazards we should

prepare for in Benton County are:

Earthquakes

Floods

Drought

Landslides

Wild Fires

Wind Storms

Winter Storms

Volcanoes

Additional hazards Stoneybrook could potentially face include:

Disruption of Water Supply

Extended Power Failure

High Heat Events

Pandemic

Toxic Air-Gas-Spill

Terrorism

EARTHQUAKE: A general rule of thumb for disaster preparedness is to prepare for the worst case disaster,

in which case you should then be reasonably prepared for lesser disasters. In Oregon, the worst case potential

disaster is the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. Scientists project as much as a 40% probability that an

8.0 or larger quake will occur from this fault off the Oregon coast within the next 50 years. Lesser quakes

from this fault have an even higher probability of occurring. Additionally, the Corvallis Fault runs diagonally

through Corvallis with an unknown probability of causing a quake. Earthquakes can cause region-wide

disruption of power, light, commerce and travel which will have direct impact on the wellbeing of

Stoneybrook residents.

FLOODS: As shown on the Corvallis Natural Hazards Map, all of Stoneybrook Village is outside of any

flood risk areas. However, access to the rest of Corvallis could be impacted by flooding of Oak Creek,

Mary’s River, and the Willamette River.

DROUGHT: Much of the West Coast, including much of Oregon, has been experiencing drought.

Predictions are for this to continue and expand due to global climate change. So far, Corvallis has not been

seriously impacted by drought. It is assumed for the purposes of this plan that drought will be dealt with by

City, County and State.

LANDSLIDES: Corvallis has seen landslides in steep areas. A home on Vineyard Mountain was lost to a

landslide in 2012. However, there are no steep areas in Stoneybrook, nor are we likely to be impacted by

slides from nearby slopes.

WILD FIRES: Embers from an adjacent wildfire are the primary cause of house fires at the urban-wilderness

junction. In Stoneybrook this is a much less risk than in heavily forested areas such as Vineyard Mountain or

Skyline West. However, there are three areas of concern that are geographically very close: 1) the grassland

immediately adjacent to Hollyhock Circle to the south, 2) the field across 49th St., 3) the RS-12 area within

Stoneybrook just south of the Lodge. These areas are especially vulnerable in prolonged hot, dry weather,

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such as we had last summer and can be expected to continue to get with increasing frequency. A wildfire in

Timberhill in 2015 demonstrated how quickly such a fire can occur and spread.

WIND STORMS: Wind storms are considered to be disturbances of the atmosphere which may result in loss

of life, property damage, damage to homes and businesses, and/or power outages. Thunderstorms can cause

high winds with tree falls which may affect roads, utility lines and buildings. The “Columbus Day” storm in

1962 caused a great deal of damage throughout our county and had wind gusts up to 127mph recorded in

Corvallis. There were also severe wind storms in 2002 and 2006. These can impact Stoneybrook by causing

loss of power, transportation difficulties from fallen trees, and possible home damage.

WINTER STORMS: A winter storm was the very impetus to creation of the SVOA Preparedness Committee

leading to creation of this SVOA Disaster Plan. A series of snow storms in February 2014 resulted in

accumulations over 20” in Stoneybrook Village and much of Corvallis. The City was ill prepared to deal with

such a significant accumulation, and never did get to plowing Hollyhock Circle. Although an unusually large

accumulation, snow and ice is not very unusual in the winter. Travel to doctors, the hospital etc. can be

difficult. Shoveling with our aged population increases coronary risk.

VOLCANOES: Many of us remember the eruption of Mt. St. Helens in 1980. Corvallis was covered in up to

¼” of ash. The ash alone could lead to respiratory problems and possible travel difficulties. Mt. St. Helens is

still active. Mt. Hood is also a live volcano, and there are reports of a growing volcanic dome forming in the

Sister’s Wilderness. We in Corvallis may have to deal with the effects of another volcanic eruption within

our lifetimes.

DISRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY: City water supplies can break and/or become contaminated. Corvallis

had major water main breaks in April and July 2014 that interrupted supply to many residents. The City of

Portland had to dump contaminated reservoirs multiple times. Generally, the City will issue a “boil water

alert” if the water is contaminated. In a disaster, though, the disruption could be for weeks.

EXTENDED POWER FAILURE: Power failures lasting between hours and a day or two are relatively

common. However, there is a reasonable probability of an extended power failure lasting a week or even

several weeks. Each fall and winter, multiple Pacific low-pressure systems impact the Pacific Northwest

producing strong winds and causing damage and power outages, according to the National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service. When storms come, they can bring strong winds,

heavy rain, deep snow and ice that can cause havoc with power poles and lines and interrupt electric service.

Power failure can be caused by earthquake, high winds, ice, traffic accidents, terrorism, high demand events,

or even spontaneous failure. With an extended power failure, concerns for Stoneybrook include water supply,

heat, communications, medical equipment operation, and accidents in the home due to lack of light.

HIGH HEAT EVENTS: Summer temperatures in the Pacific Northwest have followed the same upward

trend as most of the rest of the U.S. and the world as a whole over recent decades. Summer PNW

temperatures have increased by as much as 2.6 ℉ since 1970. Weather patterns seen in summer 2015 may

repeat in future years. 2015 was the hottest summer on record at most of the (reporting) sites in Oregon.

Corvallis had 28 very hot days (>90℉ ). Record highs have reached 110oF. in past years. Adults age 65 and

older do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature. They are more likely to have a

chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat. They are more likely to take

prescription medicines that impair the body's ability to regulate its temperature or that inhibit perspiration.

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These heat events may be further complicated by increased risk of power failure eliminating air conditioning

and possibly disrupting water supply.

PANDEMIC: The flu virus can spread through a community very quickly. Over just the past 10-

years there have been scares with Swine Flu (H1N1), Bird Flu (H5N1) and Severe Acute Respiratory

Syndrome (SARS), to name a few. Good Samaritan Hospital holds drill in how to deal with a virus

pandemic in Corvallis, but there are things we as individuals and as a community can do to minimize

the impact on us.

TOXIC AIR-GAS-SPILL: We live close to US Highway 20/34. There is almost daily traffic going between

the Coast and I-5 containing a variety of toxic and hazardous materials. Not surprisingly, occasionally there

are accidents that involve spills and may involve a necessary response from the community or evacuation.

There are also a number of commercial enterprises (HP, Wai Chang, etc.) that use hazardous or toxic gasses

that could be released by accident. Even in Philomath, the city water treatment plant uses large quantities of

Chlorine gas that could be emitted.

TERRORISM: We like to think of Corvallis as immune to terrorism. However, there have been a number of

terrorists and terrorist groups active in the Corvallis area over the years: Some may remember the FBI

arresting a terrorist group gathering bomb making supplies in a barn just East of Corvallis. A Hamas terrorist

was arrested in Portland while searching Oregon for training sites. An Oregon State student plotted to bomb

the tree lighting in Portland. Someone fire bombed the Corvallis Mosque in retaliation. Terrorism is

something we need to consider and plan for. Appropriate responses to a terrorist or violence threat are: (1)

Get out! (2) Hide (3) Fight.

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APPENDIX B: INDIVIDUAL HAZARD REPORTS

Individual members of the SVOA Committee researched potential hazards and reported their findings back to

the committee. The following are their written reports.

I. EARTHQUAKE

Earthquake –Plan for the “Big One”, the Cascadia Subduction Zone Quake, and you will be prepared for all

others!

What might happen?

The Cascadia Subduction Zone Quake will be on the order of a 8.0 – 9+ quake depending on what portion of

the coast gives way – historically the Newport to California portion of the subducting plate has slipped more

than the entire coastal plate from Canada to California. (The 2011 Japanese quake was a magnitude 9.0.)

Either way the result will be the interruption of utilities (water, power, communication, sewer, fuel lines),

major damage to transportation corridors (roads, bridges, rail) resulting in shortages of food, medical supplies,

etc. and major damage to infrastructure.

Here’s a link to the Cascadia Subduction Zone Catastrophic Response Plan on the OR Office of Emergency

Management web site (pages 2-5 and 2-6 have sobering list of the situation in the counties west of the

Cascades and east of the coast range):

http://www.oregon.gov/OMD/OEM/plans_train/docs/CSZ/1_csz_plan_final.pdf

The following is a brief summary of damage and loss estimates for Benton County in a magnitude

9.0 Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake scenario:

• Estimated fatalities during late afternoon business hours: 120

• Injuries from minor to life threatening: 1,560

• Households displaced: 2,370

• People needing shelter: 660

• Injuries requiring hospitalization: 420

Note: Benton County has 1 hospital with 130 beds. The hospital is expected to withstand earthquake impacts

in the HAZUS M9.0 CSZ scenario.

According to the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries’ maps our neighborhood will be

subject to “Very Strong” shaking but we are not in the liquefaction zone. Many of Corvallis’s major roads

will be damaged. The following buildings have a high collapse potential: Corvallis Fire Dept. #2 and 3,

Corvallis Police Station, Benton County Sheriff’s building and most of our schools.

What is the Likelihood?

In 2013, new research was published updating our Cascadia Subduction Zone risk and publications issued

prior to that, including the Benton County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan, are not fully current.

Paleoseismic studies along the Oregon coast indicate that the state has experienced seven Cascadia

Subduction Zone (CSZ) events possibly as large as M9 in the last 3500 years. These events (rupture of the

entire plate) are estimated to have an average recurrence interval between 500 and 600 years, although the

time interval between individual events ranges from 150 to 1000 years. The last CSZ event occurred

approximately 300 years ago.

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Scientists estimate the chance in the next 50 years of a great subduction zone earthquake is

between 10 and 20 percent, assuming that the recurrence is on the order of 400 +/- 200 years.

New research by researchers at Oregon State University, and published online by the U.S. Geological Survey,

concludes that there is a 40 percent chance of a major earthquake in the Coos Bay, Ore., region during

the next 50 years. And that earthquake could approach the intensity of the Tohoku quake that devastated

Japan in March of 2011.

“The southern margin of Cascadia has a much higher recurrence level for major earthquakes than the

northern end and, frankly, it is overdue for a rupture,” said Chris Goldfinger, a professor in OSU’s College

of Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences and lead author of the study. “That doesn’t mean that an

earthquake couldn’t strike first along the northern half, from Newport, Ore., to Vancouver Island.

“But major earthquakes tend to strike more frequently along the southern end – every 240 years or so – and it

has been longer than that since it last happened,” Goldfinger added. “The probability for an earthquake on

the southern part of the fault is more than double that of the northern end.”

What help will the city/county offer?

A 8.0+ magnitude earthquake will require the response of state and federal officials for recovery. Our local

government will be overwhelmed quickly, if they can even function given the possible collapse of their

buildings. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management and Oregon Military Department have put together

a Cascadia Playbook which gives direction to state and local agencies in the first 14 days after the Cascadia

Subduction Zone Earthquake.

See the attached MSword file, “Playbook” to read about the book. If you are really curious about our state

emergency structure, view the attached presentation, “OEMpres0414.pdf”.

To watch a video about Oregon Cascadia Playbook: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pyxg_l5j2Xk

What can we as a committee/community do to prepare for it?

Rather than repeat a bunch of lists, there are many resources out on the web to guide us:

http://www.oregongeology.org/sub/quarpub/CascadiaWinter2010.pdf

http://www.oregongeology.org/sub/emergencykit.htm

Presentation about preparing for earthquake in 7 steps:

http://www.oregon.gov/OMD/OEM/plans_train/Earthquake/2011_tillamook_ttt.pdf

Basically educate residents about the risk; how to mitigate damage in their residence; how to prepare

emergency kits and plans for home, car and evacuation; what to do during the quake; and what to do

immediately following the quake.

What response can we as a committee/community do if it occurs?

Provide education, facilitate communication, activate a neighborhood CERT-like team for checking on

residents, providing first aid.

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II. DISRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY

Background:

There are about 249 miles of water mains with 6,725 control valves and 10 booster pump stations in the

Corvallis water system we rely on to bring water to our homes. The water comes from two sources: the

Willamette River (Taylor Treatment Plant) and wells from the Rock Creek Watershed on Mary’s Peak (Rock

Creek Treatment Plant). The water mains are up to 48” diameter.

Although there are reservoirs and backups for portions of the system, there are many elements that could

cause a disruption of water service if something goes wrong.

Water Main Breaks:

“[Mary] Steckel [Public Works Director] said a single break doesn’t indicate anything about the larger

health of the water system in Corvallis. “Our system is in good condition,” she said.

Steckel said the pipe broke because it was at the end of its useful life. She said identical pipes in similar

conditions can last dramatically different amounts of time, and unlike sewer lines, the city cannot put cameras

into the system to check pipe conditions.“

We don’t want to go digging up the street just because (a main) might be at the end of its life,” she said.

In 2009 or 2010, she added, the city did a study of the frequency of breaks in Corvallis compared to other

cities. At that time, she said, the city calculated that Corvallis had water mains break about half as often as

Albany.”

http://www.gazettetimes.com/news/local/city-repairs-water-main-break/article_f65ea8cc-20ad-5096-bdaf-

4daa2062c820.html

April 2014: 20” water main break in downtown Corvallis disrupts water to OSU and parts of town (including

Stoneybrook?)

July 2014: 12” water main break at 34th & Tyler. Cut off water to homes for 48 hrs. 3

rd time this area since

2006.

January 2013: 12” water main break in Harding area. 15ft long crack in pipe!

June 2015: 8” water main break in NW Corvallis (near MLK Park). Effected 20 homes for 2 hrs.

Water Supply Contamination:

Reservoir Contamination:

(Corvallis has 8 reservoirs.)

April 2014: Portland flushed a 38-million gallon reservoir due to suspected contamination (urine).

May 2014: Portland “boil alert” because E.coli found in water system.

Contamination from water main break:

“Water main breaks result in more than dirt and discoloration in your tap water. Your water may

contain dangerous contamination even if it looks clear. Some problems found in water following water

main breaks include microbial contaminants, pathogens capable of causing disease outbreaks and

gastroenteritis disorders, unsafe chemicals and E coli, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection

Agency. Dangers of Legionella spp. and other gram-negative bacteria also increase with water main

breaks and repairs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.” -

http://www.ehow.com/info_8774096_shouldnt-following-water-main-break.html

Contamination from flooding:

Terrorism?

Cyanobacteria (blue-green algae)? Toledo Ohio 2014

Arsenic? A concern in Sweet Home in 2007.

“Arsenic is found naturally in some geologic formations, especially in wells that tap into deeper

formations, and can vary over time. Sometimes levels are also related to past agricultural practices and use

of pesticides. “ - OSU News & Research Communications, 04/16/2007

Power Failure:

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Extended Power Failure: No power = no pumps. Some areas have high storage tanks which may provide 1-2

days of gravity fed water.

“The Rock Creek plant has sufficient generator capacity to operate without 11-18-07 13-6 commercial

power. However, the generator at the Taylor plant provides only minimal backup power and the facility

cannot operate without commercial power. This limitation poses significant risk to Corvallis for any events

which result in prolonged power outages.”

Earthquake: No power + water main breaks + local water line breaks

CITY OF CORVALLIS EMERGENCY PLAN

Mitigation: from City of Corvallis Hazard Mitigation Plan (DRAFT)

Rock Creek Water Treatment Plant has backup generators.

Four of the 10 pump booster stations have backup generators. The others have connections for portable

generators.

Seismic upgrades have been done for both water treatment plants.

Seismic upgrades have been done for “most” reservoirs

Recommended future mitigations include:

o Seismic upgrades for critical water lines, especially where cross Mary’s River

o Seismic retrofit for North Hills reservoir

o Backup power for Taylor Water Treatment plant.

Response Plan:

According to Jaimi Glass, Benton County Emergency Planner:

“In a water contamination situation, we will send out a Linn-Benton alert to notify the area affected. We are

currently working on emergency water plans, which include water filtration sites.

We will do all we can to get water restored to your area in any water emergency. However, we continue to

ask that residents prepare themselves, by storing their own water and have a way to purify it (boiling and

unscented, chlorine bleach for storage).” Email sent 2/03/2016

STONEYBROOK VILLAGE RESPONSE PLAN

Continue to discuss water options at workshops & monthly tips

Repeat water heater emergency water kit ordering

Encourage everyone to sign up for LB-ALERT

If have power: email or Nextdoor messages with tips

If no power: activate response team after 24hrs to check that everyone has water?

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III. SEVERE STORM/WIND

What might happen?

Wind storms are considered to be disturbances of the atmosphere which may result in loss of life, property

damage, damage to homes and businesses, and/or outages. Thunderstorms can cause high winds with tree

falls which may affect roads, utility lines and buildings. At their highest, the wind speeds in Corvallis have

ranged between 62 and 71 miles per hour and can cause widespread damage, although severe storms usually

occur only once or twice per decade.

What is the likelihood?

Occurrences of severe winds occur here infrequently. The “Columbus Day” storm in 1962 caused a great deal

of damage throughout our county. There were also severe wind storms in 2002 and 2006. The NCDC

database has listed 6 thunderstorms since 1982. Significant damage occurred only from one storm event on

May 1, 1988. Lightening and hail seldom do damage and casualties are low. Tornados have also occurred in

Corvallis, though rarely. Nevertheless, likelihood of severe storm occurrence is rated as HIGH by the county

and MODERATE in threat.

What help will the city/county offer?

The city helps by pruning trees and removing hazard trees (those that would likely strike a house or vehicle,

or interfere with electrical equipment, for example). They are also attempting to educate home owners and

businesses to recognize when trees are a threat. In addition, the city and county are implementing a debris

removal system, which includes dealing with lead and other particulates and enlisting additional vehicles for

removal of debris and selecting appropriate temporary holding sites should the need result from storms or

other disasters.

What can we as a committee/community do to prepare for it?

-develop a plan so as to efficiently check on all our neighbors

-have a source of communication between members of emergency teams in place.

-have a method to communicate with residents should phone lines/ internet services be down.

Prior to such an event, educate residents:

-to assemble a 72- hour disaster supply kit for each household member, including medications.

-if a home generator is to be used, to encourage resident to be sure he/she knows how to properly site it,

operate it, and store needed fuel for it.

During a storm:

-to turn off stove if cooking and turn off other gas appliances.

- to stay away from windows, which can break.

-if outdoors, to move to a building and away from trees, power poles and objects which could fall. Stay away

from downed utility lines.

-if driving, to pull off road and stop away from trees or power poles. Listen to car radio for emergency

instructions. If possible, walk to a safe building.

- to identify in advance those who may need special assistance.

After the Storm:

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-Check for injuries on self and on others.

What response can we as a committee/community do if it occurs?

-dress in a coat, sturdy shoes, leather gloves, protective eyewear, and a helmet to go out to assist others—

these items should be readily accessible.

-monitor radio for weather, medical stations, and for the extent of damage and keep in touch with emergency

sources as needed.

--use our community resources to help those in need.

-follow our plan of contact

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IV. WILDFIRE DANGER TO INDIVIDUAL HOMEOWNERS OF STONEYBROOK

VILLAGE

Embers from an adjacent wildfire are the primary cause of house fires at the urban-wilderness junction. In Stoneybrook this is a much less risk than in heavily forested areas such as Vineyard Mountain or Skyline West. However, there are three areas of concern that are geographically very close: 1) the grassland immediately adjacent to Hollyhock Circle to the south, 2) the field across 49th St., and 3) the RS-12 area within Stoneybrook just south of the Lodge. These areas are especially vulnerable in prolonged hot, dry weather, such as we had last summer. The grassland on the adjacent south side is potentially the most dangerous because of the row of conifers immediately adjacent to the home owners’ lots along the fence. The vast majority of these trees are on the south side of the fence, and thus not owned by Stoneybrook residents. To lessen the threat of fire, these trees should be pruned so that the lowest branches are 6-10 feet above the ground. Direct contact by flames is a significant threat to adjacent houses if the trees catch fire as well as embers from the grass. If a fire started in the field across 49th, the main threat is airborne embers. This is especially true in the summertime, late in the afternoon when the winds are strong and almost always come from the west. The houses on Hollyhock Cir. on the west side will be in great danger of exposure to this hazard. If a fire starts in the RS-12, all adjacent structures, including houses on Birdsong and some of Peony, the Lodge, and the Assisted Living will be threatened most. A third, but less threatening factor, is radiant heat. Last summer, it was so hot that one home owner suffered a blown out window pane from the heat. There was no fire, but radiant heat can be a significant factor in the spread of an active fire. Preventive actions are keeping a five foot, low combustible perimeter around the house, removing debris, leaves, and needles from rooftops and gutters, avoiding storage of combustible items under decks and adjacent to walls, and screening of ventilation vents. If a wildfire occurs, first call 911. Close all entrances and windows of the house. Have a fire extinguisher, tools, and water available. Dress for protection with long sleeves, long pants, gloves, and handkerchief for your face. If possible, wet down the roof with the ladder on the side opposite the fire. Trying to extinguish a large roof top fire with a garden hose will probably be ineffective. If ordered to evacuate, turn off natural gas and/or propane if possible. Have your car facing the evacuation route, preferably in the garage with door down. And lastly, evacuate if ordered to do so as instructed from the Benton County Sheriff’s office. SUBSCRIBE TO LINN-BENTON ALERT EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM AT: <http://www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/>.

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V. HAZARDOUS AIR INVERSION/POLLUTION

What might happen?

Hazardous materials come in the form of explosives, flammable and combustible substances, poisons and

radioactive materials. These substances are most often released as a result of transportation accidents or

because of chemical accidents in plants. The danger is the release of certain chemicals into the environment

which can cause death, serious injury, long lasting health effects and damage to buildings, homes and other

property.

What is the Likelihood?

Corvallis is not immune from such disasters, especially with Hwy 34 and Hwy 99 so near and I-5 not far

away. In fact, history rates it as HIGH for such incidents and for probability, though such a threat is rated as

Moderate

What help will the city/county offer?

The Fire Department is usually the first responder and if appropriate, The Emergency Planning Committee,

perhaps with the activation of the Linn-Benton Regional Hazard Team (originating in Corvallis), evaluates the

situation, isolating the contaminated area, evacuating or sheltering in place people in affected area. If there is

pollution and air contamination, an ongoing map from the National Weather Service of the affected area is

made known through a massive alert system called EVERRBRIDGE. The contamination map changes as the

situation changes. The Environmental Protection Agency would be enlisted and ODOT, if relevant. Clean-up

of hazardous material is through the Department of Environmental Quality.

What can we as a committee/community do to prepare for it?

Learn how to use ham radios and our new phone system and keep informed in order to relay current

contamination information to residents.

Have a gas mask and protective clothing to attend to neighbors who cannot care for themselves.

Have neighbors call the neighbors on either side to make sure they have the information and are doing all

right.

We can text SHELTER + our ZIP code to 43362 (4Fema) to find nearest shelter if needed.

Educate residents in regard to possible effects of such an incident and encourage them to

o prepare emergency supply kits and have on hand bottled water in case water is also affected.

o have plastic sheeting, duct tape and scissors handy to prevent outside air from entering doors and

windows

o bring pets inside

o close and lock all doors and windows. Close vents, and as many interior doors as possible. Turn

off air conditioners and ventilation to 100% recirculation so that no air comes in from outside.

o go into a pre-selected shelter room, one that has the fewest openings to the outside. Each person

requires 10 square feet of floor space to prevent carbon dioxide build- up for 5- hour duration.

o seal any gaps such as bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans and stove and dryer vents with duct tape

and plastic sheeting, wax paper or aluminum wrap.

o if gas or vapors could have entered house, take shallow breaths through a cloth or towel.

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o avoid eating or drinking anything that could have been contaminated.if caught outside or in car,

turn off car & go to nearest public building which seems safe.

After the incident

o follow instructions on the radio for what to do after the incident. Residents may be told to

evacuate to a shelter if home is unsafe. -follow instructions from authorities immediately if you

have been contaminated.

o return home only when safe.

What response can we as a committee/community do if it occurs?

Keep in touch via phone, email, whatever to make sure people are safe and facilitate communication.

enlist HAZMAT authorities to help people in emergency situations

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VI. NATURAL GAS LEAK IN POOL HOUSE OR CLUB HOUSE

The Clubhouse heat and hot water operate with natural gas. It is possible, but unlikely, that a gas leak will

occur spontaneously. More likely, a gas leak will be caused by some other instigating event such as building

construction, fire, earthquake or extreme weather. The greatest risk is explosion and fire caused by a spark or

static electricity.

A sulfur or rotten egg smell is the most likely indicator of a natural gas leak, though an explosion or jet of fire

are possible if the leak is ignited.

For Gas Odor Emergencies:

1. Remain CALM, become or identify a Leader.

2. Evacuate the building as calmly and efficiently as possible. Do not allow any action that may cause a

spark – do not use cell phones or turn on or off lights.

3. Have everyone move far from the building or go home.

4. Once clear of the building, phone NW Natural Gas Odor Emergency Hotline: 800-882-3377.

5. If can be done safely and advised by NW Natural Gas, close the LOW PRESSURE valve on the gas meter

outside the building (see instructions below).

For Gas Fire, Explosion, or Visible Leak:

1. Remain CALM, become or identify a Leader.

2. Evacuate the building as calmly and efficiently as possible. Do not allow any action that may cause a

spark – do not use cell phones or turn on or off lights.

3. Have everyone move far from the building or go home.

6. Once clear of the building, phone Emergency 9-1-1 and report the problem.

7. If can be done safely and advised by 9-1-1 to do so, close the LOW PRESSURE valve on the gas meter

outside the building (see instructions below).

Note: If gas is turned off, LEAVE IT OFF, and call NW Natural at 800-882-3377. Do not turn gas back

on. Appliances and natural gas lines will need to be checked for possible damage before service can be

safely restored.

TRAINING: Annually have training sessions to show SVOA residents and Response Team members how to

shut off gas meters.

How to Shutoff Gas:

Locate the LOW PRESSURE shutoff valve on the horizontal section of pipe from the meter (Figure A).

When the rectangular valve head is parallel to the pipe, it is in the OPEN position (Figure B-1).

There should be a Gas Shutoff Tool attached to the meter. Free the tool by twisting to break the tie or use a

pocket knife. If no Gas Shutoff Tool is present, an adjustable pipe or crescent-type wrench may be used.

Turn the valve an eighth of a turn clockwise to a 45o angle (Figure B-2) to reduce pressure in the pipes

and pause about 10 second.

Turn the valve to a quarter turn clockwise so that the valve head crosswise (perpendicular) to the pipe and

it will be in the OFF position (Figure B-3).

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FIGURE A

FIGURE B

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VII. TOXIC GAS CLOUD HEADING TOWARDS STONEYBROOK VILLAGE

There are a number of sources that could result in a cloud of toxic gases moving towards Stoneybrook

Village:

Trucks carrying hazardous materials on Highway 34 (Philomath Boulevard).

A number of businesses in Corvallis and Philomath, as well as the University, use hazardous

materials.

City of Philomath water treatment uses chlorine gas.

A major natural gas line runs along Highway 34, Philomath Boulevard.

The University has a nuclear power plant

Generally, the only way we would know about the unlikely event of an accident causing the release of

significant enough amounts of gaseous toxic materials to form a cloud posing a threat to Stoneybrook Village

would be through notification by the Police or Fire Department, possibly through the Linn-Benton ALERT

Emergency Notification System.

Upon Notification by Authorities of a Toxic Gas Threat:

Preparedness Committee Chairperson contacts authorities for additional information:

a. How severe is the threat?

b. How much time before the cloud could reach us?

c. Is evacuation or shelter-in-place recommended?

If the threat is imminent and there is no time for an organized response, there is no action SVOA can take, and

one can hope that everyone has signed up for the Linn-Benton Emergency Notification System and

understands shelter-in-place procedures.

TRAINING: Encourage signing up for LB-ALERT System at all workshops. Teach Shelter-in-place at a

repeating workshop.

If there is at least a half-hour before the cloud is projected to reach us:

1. Preparedness Committee Chairperson phones for a Response Team action with a designated timeline.

2. Response Team members are to prepare their own shelter-in-place plans

3. Only after their own preparation, Response Team members, if time allows, will rapidly cover their

assigned areas to alert neighbors to the threat.

4. Response Team members are to implement their shelter-in-place plans within the designated timeline.

5. Preparedness Committee Chairperson will phone Response Team members after receiving an “All-Clear”

from authorities.

6. Response Team members will check their assigned areas to check that everyone is OK and knows that it

is clear now.

7. Response Team members meet at the Clubhouse for further action or post-action review.

Shelter-in-Place:

1. Have “safe room” away from exterior windows.

2. Shut off heat/air conditioner to stop interior air flow

3. Go into “safe room” and seal all the doors, vents, windows, etc. with plastic and duct tape.

4. Listen to transistor radio and LB-ALERT for info.

5. Do not stay longer than the air in the room allows.

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VIII. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILL IN VICINITY OF STONEYBROOK VILLAGE

Gaseous toxic situations were covered in the previous section. However, localized toxic spills can occur that,

while not an immediate threat, we may want to notify our neighbors to be cautious and avoid certain routes.

If notified of a hazardous spill in our area:

Preparedness Committee Chairperson contacts authorities for additional information:

a. Location of the threat?

b. How severe is the threat?

c. Recommended action?

d. Alternate routes?

If the Preparedness Committee Chairperson determines it is advisable to notify neighbors to stay indoors or

otherwise avoid the incident area:

1. Preparedness Committee Chairperson phones Response Team to meet at the Clubhouse.

2. Response Team members will be sent in teams to cover their assigned areas to alert neighbors to the

threat.

3. Response Team members meet at the Clubhouse for further action or post-action review.

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IX. PROLONGED POWER FAILURE

QUESTIONS TO ADDRESS:

What might happen?

What is likelihood?

What help will the City offer?

What can we as a committee/community do to prepare for it?

What response can we as a committee/community do if it occurs?

Each fall and winter, multiple Pacific low-pressure systems impact the Pacific Northwest producing strong

winds up to 60 mph, and causing damage and power outages, according to the National Oceanic and

Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service. When storms come, they can bring strong winds,

heavy rain and deep snow that can cause havoc with power poles and lines and interrupt electric service.

Some incidents may include temporary loss of electric power in localized parts of Corvallis or for the entire

County. Duration of disruptions can range from an hour to up to a probable maximum outage of 1 or 2 days

for most wind/ice events. Longer outages are possible for extreme wind/ice events or for major earthquakes.

That’s why it’s important to be prepared.

The City of Corvallis (Public Works Department, 541-766-6916 (after hours 855-899-3140), will direct calls

regarding prolonged power failure to the resident’s utility (see attached list at the end of this document).

The SVOA Preparedness Committee can provide this information to all residents via Association Information

and SVOA website and address at specific town hall meetings.

Key Causes of Power Outages and Effects

Electric power for Corvallis is provided by Pacific Power and by Consumers Power. Most of the electric

power consumed within Corvallis is produced elsewhere and transmitted via high-voltage transmission lines

into the county. Power outages in Corvallis may result from disruption of the transmission lines carrying

power from outside Corvallis or from damage to the local distribution lines within Corvallis. The generating

plant system has sufficient redundancy so that failures of one or more plants do not usually lead to significant

power outages. However, because of the absence of generating capacity within Corvallis, major disruptions in

the transmission system could result in substantial curtailment of available power.

A severe ice storm with 2” to 4" of ice over much of Corvallis could result in failure of most 500 kV and 230

kV transmission lines to and within Corvallis. Such a failure, which is unlikely, but certainly not impossible,

would probably entail widespread power outages in Corvallis for at least 2 to 5 days.

The most frequent power outages, however, are due to failure of the local subtransmission or distribution

system lines. Winter storms are the most frequent cause of significant electric power outages, with wind being

the primary culprit. Electric distribution lines, the low voltage lines that deliver power to neighborhoods, are

the most vulnerable electric system component in winter storms. Failures most commonly result from tree

falls or from “burn downs” when wind-swayed cables touch or get too close to each other and short circuit.

Distribution system failures may also be due to utility pole failures. Distribution lines may also fail due to ice

loading in excess of design specifications or from landslides or debris flows or flooding which knock out

utility poles. Once a portion of a power distribution circuit fails, all customers in all or part of the circuit lose

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power, depending on the circuits design. The duration of the power outage depends on the number of outages

and the number of repair crews available for repairs. A typical power utility repair crew (2 or 3 people with a

cherry picker) can restore power to a distribution circuit with common types of damage in 1 or 2 hours after

arriving at the damage site.

Electric transmission lines (110 kV and higher) are less vulnerable to winter storm damage because of more

robust design specifications. These lines are usually higher above the ground and much less prone to tree

branches falling on lines. Furthermore, because of the higher voltage (compared to distribution lines), power

utilities must diligently pursue tree trimming programs to avoid flashovers from lines being too close to trees.

Nevertheless, transmission lines do sometimes fail due to large tree falls, rapid growth of trees near lines,

unusually high winds or heavy ice load.

Summary of causes of power outages:

Trees, limbs or branches knocked down by wind, snow or ice into power lines.

Lightning striking a transformer or other electrical facilities.

Power outages affecting the treatment plant resulting in nearly complete loss of water treatment

capability resulting in overflows or releases.

Prolonged power outages affecting major water transmission lines would result in widespread water

outages. Corvallis water tanks generally contain no more than 1 or 2 days of storage beyond typical

daily usage (for reasons of water quality). Electric power outages of more than a few days could

result in loss of potable water due to the inability of pumping plants to pump water.

Car accidents where utility poles are knocked over or sway enough to knock the lines together and

trip off the circuit.

Equipment overload, especially on hot days when air conditioning usage is high, or during extremely

cold weather when electric heaters are turned up throughout the electrical system.

Digging too close to lines or cutting a line.

Animals that contact the lines.

Circuit overloads within your own home. Check your fuses and breakers first. If they continue to trip

off, call a local electrician to handle the problem.

Pacific Power Outage General Preparation Tips

Develop a readiness plan to ensure you and your family are set to respond if an outage occurs. As part

of your plan:

o Mark the location of your electrical supply panels and note how to turn off power.

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o Label equipment power switches to find them more easily in an outage. Identify outage

procedures for all critical equipment:

Computers – Plug computers into quality surge protectors. Install automatic backup

programs and battery back-up systems.

Store extra supplies, including flashlights, batteries, ready-to-eat foods, battery-powered radio and

bottled water.

If the power goes out, Pacific Power offers the following specific preparation recommendations:

Before you call Pacific Power, check for a tripped breaker or blown fuse to determine if the cause of

the outage. Look for lights at nearby businesses to see if they are affected.

If it's not a breaker or fuse, call toll free at 1-877-508-5088. If you are not calling from a phone number

Pacific Power has on record, you may be asked to input your account number. If you have more than one

account, you will be directed to a customer service agent. Pacific Power web: pacificpower.net/outage.

When you report an outage, you’ll have the option to receive outage updates.

Turn off all electrical equipment to prevent overloading the circuit’s electrical system — when power

is restored. Pay special attention to:

o Motorized equipment – Since motorized equipment can draw considerable amounts of

power at start up, switch off to reduce the electrical load when power comes back on.

o Refrigeration – Keep refrigerators and freezers closed to reduce spoilage (food can last two

days).

Stay safe. If there are downed power lines outside your home, call Pacific Power or 911 immediately

and keep everyone away.

When the power returns, if your lights are very dim or are unusually bright, turn off the power at your

electrical supply panel or fuse box and call Pacific Power again.

Call Pacific Power if power comes back on at nearby home but not yours.

Emergency Kit Items

Create and practice your emergency plan include caring for pets and family members who need extra help. A

three-day emergency kit is good, but a two-week kit is better in case of large disasters. Your kit should

contain the following items:

Water – one gallon per person per day

Non-perishable food; ready to eat

Battery-powered radio and extra batteries

Cell

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Phone with hand-crank chargers

Flashlight and extra batteries

Blankets

First aid kit

Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities

Manual can opener

Medications

Copies of important documents

Order a glow-in-the-dark sticker with our phone number to keep with your kit

Have cash on hand and keep your vehicle's gas tank at least half full.

Learn how to override your electric garage door opener.

Review the following safety rules for portable generators, if you own one:

Some customers prepare for power outages by purchasing a portable electric generator. If you use

one, please do so with caution since generators can pose serious safety hazards when improperly

used or installed. Carefully follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Never plug your generator into an outlet, and don’t connect a generator directly to your home’s

main fuse box or circuit panel.

If you must provide temporary power to your home wiring system, the generator must be

connected through an approved transfer switch that will isolate your house from Pacific Power’s

system. The switch must comply with the National Electric Code and local building codes. These

include permits, inspection and installation by a licensed electrician.

To temporarily power an appliance, plug it directly into the generator.

Use properly sized and grounded extension cords, and keep cords hidden so they don’t present a

tripping hazard.

Always properly ventilate a portable generator. Gasoline-powered generators produce carbon

monoxide and the fumes can be deadly.

Be sure that the total electric load on your generator won’t exceed the generator’s rating. Pacific

Power Electricity 101 booklet explores the basic safety information all users of electricity should

know. To get a free copy, go to pacificpower.net/order or call 1-800-375-7085.

Since your phone may be the best way to communicate during an outage, here are some tips to remember:

Make sure your cell phone number is listed on your account with Pacific Power. This will speed

service, enabling you to quickly report a power outage and get updates.

Cordless phones require electricity and won't work during an outage.

Get outage updates on your Smartphone at pacificpower.net/mobile

Check out the following ways to make your cell phone last longer in case you aren't able to charge it

for a few days.

o Fully charge your laptop, and save that charge for your phone. You can plug your phone into

your laptop's USB port to charge it.

o When the power goes out, turn off all the radios on your phone you’re not using: WiFi,

Bluetooth, etc. Put the phone in “Airplane mode” or turn it off entirely if you aren’t using it

and aren’t anticipating incoming calls or texts.

o Turn down the brightness on your screen.

o Send text messages instead of making phone calls.

o Restart your phone to stop any unnecessary apps that may be running.

o Use a cell phone car charger.

o Turn off all “push” notifications on your phone.

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What Pacific Power Does to Restore Power

1. Pinpoint the outage and formulate solutions to restore power.

2. Dispatch crews closest with the right type of equipment.

3. Assess conditions for public and crew safety and develop a restoration work plan.

4. Patrol lines and investigate substations.

5. Clear downed power lines.

6. Restore power to the greatest number of people as quickly as possible through transmission lines that keep

hundreds of substations full of energy.

7. Restore power to substations that convert high-voltage power to voltage levels people can use at home.

8. Restore power to concentrated areas through distribution lines and tap lines. Distribution lines travel from

the substations to neighborhoods and serve between 1,000 to 3,000 customers. Tap lines then feed into

pockets of 20 to 30 homes.

9. Restore power to individual (typically suburban or rural) homes and businesses. This task usually takes the

longest.

Since Pacific Power crews can only work on company equipment, if storm damage occurs at the electric

meter base, service mast or weather head –or circuits inside your home – you need to have a licensed

electrician fix the problem before we can restore power to your home.

Staying safe during an outage in the house

Never use kerosene or propane heaters inside without proper ventilation. They create dangerous fumes.

Also, don’t use charcoal in your house or garage.

Preserve body heat by wearing multiple layers of clothing. Add a hat and blankets to stay warm. Blankets

and towels around windows and doors help keep the heat in.

Protect your pipes during freezing weather by wrapping them with insulation. Also, leave faucets dripping

so water won’t freeze and crack the pipes.

Your full freezer should keep food frozen and safe for about two days when kept closed.

If someone in your home is on life support, be sure to have a back-up system and a plan of action for an

outage.

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References: Utility Points of Contact

Century Link

Address: OR

Phone: 1-866-642-0444

Website: http://www.centurylink.com/home/phone/?pid=p_113374018

City of Corvallis

Address: 500 SW Madison Avenue Corvallis, OR 97333

Phone: 541-766-6949

Fax: 541-754-1729

E-mail: utilsc2g@corvallisoregon.gov

Website: http://www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=885

Consumer's Power Inc.

Address: PO Box 1180 Philomath, OR 97355

Phone: 1-800-872-9036

Fax: 541-929-8673

E-mail: custsvc@cpi.coop

Website: http://www.consumerspower.org/

Northwest Natural

Address: PO Box 6017 Portland, OR 97228-6017

Phone: 1-800-422-4012

Website: https://www.nwnatural.com/

Pacific Power

Address: PO Box 248 Albany, OR 97321

Phone: 1-888-221-7070

Fax: 541-967-4465

Website: http://www.pacificpower.net/index.html

Pioneer Telephone Cooperative

Address: 1304 Main Street Philomath, OR 97370

Phone: 1-888-929-1014

Website: http://www.pioneer.net/

Republic Services

Address: 110 NE Walnut Blvd Corvallis, OR 97330

Phone: 541-754-0444

Website: http://www.republicservices.com/site/corvallis-or/en/Pages/home.aspx

REFERENCES:

City of Corvallis Hazard Mitigation Plan (http://www.corvallisoregon.gov/index.aspx?page=212)

Pacific Power.net/outage (https://www.pacificpower.net/outage)