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San Luis Obispo (SLO) County Community Emergency Response (CERT) programs train volunteers throughout the county to respond effectively to disasters, building stronger, safer communities.
CERT programs across San Luis Obispo County equip residents with knowledge and practical skills to protect themselves, assist neighbors, and support local emergency agencies. Programs focus on preparedness for earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, tsunamis, and other disasters.
LOCAL PROGRAMS:
SLO County CERT helps create, support, and maintain CERT programs throughout the entire San Luis Obispo County, including:
→ Atascadero: Inland, prone to earthquakes, wildfires, and seasonal flooding.
→ Cambria: Coastal, faces earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, and potential tsunamis. Sponsored by Los Osos Community Services District.
→ Estero Bay: Coastal communities including Morro Bay, Los Osos, and Cayucos; earthquakes, wildfires, tsunamis, and flooding. Coordinated with Morro Bay Fire Department, Cayucos Fire Protection District, and Los Osos Community Service District (South Bay Fire).
→ Paso Robles: Inland, vulnerable to earthquakes, wildfires, and flooding. Sponsored by City of Paso Robles Fire and Emergency Services.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Neighborhood teams, support for emergency agencies, participation in public safety initiatives, and specialty courses for advanced skills.
COMMUNITY IMPACT:
CERT volunteers enhance preparedness and response for disasters across SLO County, ensuring neighborhoods can act safely and effectively
GOAL:
The goal of our community CERT programs is to help each of our communities be self-sufficient in a disaster by developing multi-functional teams trained in basic skills. After completing the program, trainees will not only be better prepared for a natural disaster but will also have the option to serve as part of a team or as a leader of on-scene volunteers. It is hoped that participants throughout the county will complete the training and commit to their local CERT team.
Training and Volunteer Opportunities are available throughout San Luis Obispo County.
In 2026, we'll look forward to expanding our programs to include more communities.
Subscribe to our newsletter or contact us to be updated on our training schedule, volunteer opportunities, and other updates!
Serving the Atascadero Community
Serving the Cambria Community
A Paso Robles CERT Program
Serving Los Osos, Morro Bay & Cayucos
Serving the El Paso de Robles Community
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