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Planning is underway for the 2027 DCPP Emergency Planning Calendar, and we are looking for stunning photographs that capture the scenic beauty of San Luis Obispo County.
Selected images will be featured in the official 2027 DCPP Emergency Planning Calendar.
Interested in submitting a photo? Visit  ReadySLO.org/photocontest  for more information and instructions. 

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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced low interest federal disaster loans are now available to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in California who sustained economic losses caused by the 2025 Late December Storms occurring Dec. 16-26, 2025. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s authorized representative CalOES Interim Director Christina Curry on Feb. 4, 2026. 
The...
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The 2026 Emergency Planning Calendar is now available from select locations within the Emergency Planning Zone. 

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San Luis Obispo County, CA - San Luis Obispo County, in partnership with the seven cities within the county, is excited to announce the launch of AlertSLO. AlertSLO is a new mass notification system that allows residents to register to receive important information directly impacting their daily lives. 
"Clear, timely communication is essential to keeping our communities safe and informed," said County Emergency Services Manager Scott Jalbert, "With AlertSLO, we can...
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PG&E has determined that SLO County is no longer in the scope for a Public Safety Power Shutoff tomorrow, July 5, 2024. PG&E continues to monitor the forecast and residents should continue to be prepared should the situation change again.

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