Preparing for an unlikely event

OC Bus takes emergency preparedness seriously. We train for hours to make sure that we can assist our passengers, no matter what life throws their way. Earthquakes. Severe weather. Long power outages. These can all affect bus service. Even though these events are unlikely, it's smart to be prepared. Follow these five key tips before you leave home for added safely.

Learn these five tips

Riding prepared is all about common sense. Why find yourself short of medicine or in need of a snack in case you can’t get home when expected? While the list of items you bring is personal, here are our top five just in case! Be the One to ride prepared by simply running through this quick mental checklist before you leave home for your trip on OC Bus!

• Bring snacks
  Food is a good thing. Just think healthy. Before you head off on your trip on OC Bus, it would be wise to throw a granola bar into your bag. In an emergency you'll be glad you had a little energy boost!
• Carry water
  Stay hydrated when you ride OC Bus. That is a fancy term for taking a drink of liquid from time to time. In case of an emergency, it's great to have a bottle on board.
• Have extra medications
  If you require medication on a regular basis, you probably already know it's important to carry extra just in case you can’t make it home in time. Take some along on your  OC Bus trips.
• Follow instructions
  OC Bus is one of the safest places to be in most emergencies. Our buses have a number closed-circuit cameras and every driver is trained to handle the unexpected. Being prepared is also being a good listener. Please follow instructions from our driver and take advantage of their training.
• Plan with family
  In the event of an unlikely event, it might be some time before you can reconnect with family. Cell phone service could even be interrupted. Experts say that it's always good to create a family plan that includes a central meeting point. OC Bus suggests that you let people know what routes you will be taking as well.

Being proactive at home

Is your family ready for an emergency at home? Most families in Orange County aren't adequately prepared for disasters when they might be without power or water for a couple days. A simple plan and an adequate preparedness kit can bring your family peace of mind.

To learn what you need, and get step-by-step advice on what you should do, visit ReadyOC.org.

Other Resources

Visit redcross.org/dts to learn more about how to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters big and small.