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Volunteers needed to support response to covid 19 emergency
posted 21 days ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Please consider volunteering if you can. Needed health care professionals/ other healthy adults to meet County's continued resource demands. Learn more at https://co.monterey.ca.us/government/departments-a-h/health/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19 Needed
Update 8 p.m. Jan 29th. Some evacuation orders lifted. Temporary Evacuation Points (TEP) now CLOSED
posted about 1 month ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Evacuation Orders lifted for Carmel/River Burn Scars. Dolan not yet, TEPs are now closed
Support for Evacuees.
posted about 1 month ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, the American Red Cross continues to work with Monterey County officials to support three Temporary Evacuation Points for those affected by county evacuation orders. The following sites are available for any residents under an evacuation order in need of safety: Carmel Valley Library, 65 W.…
Read MoreEvacuation Order issued for the Carmel River Lagoon area, including Mission Fields, LIFTED 1/28/2021.
posted about 1 month ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Evacuation Warning for the Carmel River Lagoon area, including all roads south of Santa Lucia Ave and Mission Fields. Be safe!
Evacuation Order Issued for Dolan Fire Burn Scar Area. Danger Imminent.
posted about 1 month ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Effective : NOW, Jan 26, @ 1 p.m. Orders to evacuate! - Zone A - Big Creek - Zone B1 and B2 - Lucia North and South - Zone C2 - Partington - Zone J - Prewitt Ridge Leave the area during daylight.
8 to 10 inches of rain expected…
Read MoreEvacuation Warning Issued for Carmel, River and Dolan Fire Burn Scar Areas
posted about 1 month ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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WHEN: Effective January 25th at 4:00 p.m. WHERE: Carmel, River and Dolan Fires burn scar areas WHAT: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Evacuation Warning for areas within and two miles downslope of the Carmel Fire, River Fire, and Dolan Fire burn scars due to the upcoming atmospheric…
Read MoreWelcoming 2021
posted 2 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Monterey County residents are caring and resilient. That's WHO we are (and strive to be). Organizations and agencies in Monterey County are well-intentioned, responsive and perhaps most importantly, keep working toward "doing even better". Monterey County residents cherish and respect our diverse cultural and language differences. The outpouring of support…
Read MoreMerry Christmas and a Safe Holiday Season
posted 2 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Despite the many disasters and craziness Monterey County residents have faced in 2020 (and continue to struggle with), the MontereyCo.Recovers.org site stands as testimony to the collective resilience, empathy and caring that defines our county's diverse communities.
It's indeed an honor to work alongside so many organizations, agencies and individuals…
CERV's Disaster Recovery Project - 2020 Wildfires
posted 3 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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CERV was awarded a grant from United Way and is now able to provide debit cards (up to $100) or direct payments (up to $1000) to help 2020 wildfire victims. Please help us identify those most in need. Application Process: Complete the form at CERV 2020 Wildfire Support or contact…
Read MoreFEMA DEADLINE for Renter Assistance Extended
posted 4 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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FOR: Property owners are still dealing with the devastating scar left by the August wildfires in California.
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended its deadline for applications to Nov. 23.
Renters who were affected by the wildfires can apply for rental assistance or extend…
Debris Removal Phase 2 Paperwork Due 12/15/20.
posted 4 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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From the Community Association of Big Sur. Reminder: ALL Property Owners with wildfire debris must submit a Right-of-Entry Permit OR Opt-Out Waiver to the Resource Management Agency by December 15, 2020 @ 5:00pm. Failure to do so will result in abatement. Phase 2 Debris Removal is anticipated to begin December…
Read MoreColeman Fire - Big Sur Area
posted 5 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Fire is now 98% contained. Once again we owe our deep thanks to the fire fighters and other support personnel who responded so quickly AND to Big Sur Kate for keeping us "in the know."
Replacing Personal Documents AFTER a Natural Disaster
posted 5 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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This guide provides links and contacts to replace these important documents. All of the organizations listed below offer online resources. If personal computers aren’t available, public libraries and other agencies may have computers available to the general public. To download. Go to DOCUMENTS on this website
FEMA Disaster Assistance Portal
posted 5 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Monterey County residents impacted by the fires are eligible for FEMA assistance To assess the portal go to https://www.disasterassistance.gov/
FEMA Program Aids Disaster Survivors with Critical Needs
posted 6 months ago by CERV from Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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Press Release September 1, 2020 https://www.fema.gov/press-release/20200901/fema-program-aids-disaster-survivors-critical-needs Sacramento, Ca.--Individuals and households who have immediate or critical needs because they are displaced from their primary dwelling by the wildfires may be eligible for a special FEMA financial assistance program. Covered by the Critical Needs Assistance (CNA) program are life-saving and life-sustaining items.…
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General Info
EMERGENCY: 911
Fire Department: 831-646-3900
Police Department: 831-646-3914







Organizers
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Community Emergency Response Volunteers of the Monterey Peninsula
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CA State University Monterey Bay
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County of Monterey, CA - Office of Emergency Services
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Community Foundation for Monterey County
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American Red Cross of the Central Coast
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SPCA Monterey County
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Cachagua Bible Church
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The Salvation Army
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Community Builders for Monterey County
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American Red Cross
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ALL IN Monterey
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Food Bank for Monterey County
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Compass Church
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Gathering for Women - Monterey
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United Way Monterey County
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Catholic Charities Diocese of Monterey
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CERV
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