Cathedral City Fire & EMS Seeks Public Input on Disaster Preparedness Plan

Residents invited to review and comment on critical safety document through May 28

Cathedral City Fire & EMS has released the Public Review Draft of the updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), a crucial document designed to enhance community safety and reduce property damage during natural disasters. Residents now have the opportunity to provide feedback on this important plan over the next two weeks.

What is the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan?

The LHMP is a comprehensive strategy that identifies potential natural hazards specific to Cathedral City and establishes long-term solutions to minimize their impact. By assessing vulnerabilities unique to our desert community-such as earthquakes, flash flooding, and wildfires-the plan creates a framework for protecting both lives and property.

Why Public Input Matters

Community feedback is vital to ensuring the LHMP addresses the concerns and priorities of Cathedral City residents. Cathedral City Fire & EMS encourages all community members to review the document and share their insights, as local knowledge of neighborhood-specific issues can significantly strengthen the final plan.

The updated LHMP will help the City of Cathedral City:

• Identify and assess potential natural disaster risks
• Develop targeted strategies to protect vulnerable areas
• Qualify for certain federal funding opportunities
• Implement cost-effective measures to prevent future damage
• Create a more resilient community prepared for emergency situations

How to Participate

The Draft LHMP will remain available for public review until May 28, 2025. Residents can access the complete document by clicking here.

Comments and feedback should be submitted to Patrick at Jacob Green and Associates via email at patrick@jacobgreenandassociates.com.

Any feedback or comments residents can provide will be greatly appreciated. Community participation is essential to creating the most effective plan possible for the City of Cathedral City.