KLCC s Jen Wright reports on the press conference and new Eugene Springfield zones map.
On the fire department webpage, residents can access an online interactive map to locate their evacuation zone, and sign up for Lane County’s AlertSense system to notify residents via mobile phone.
On the map, the Eugene-Springfield area is split into 50 numbered zones, with three public meeting points at the Lane County Fairgrounds, the Valley River Center in Eugene, and the Bob Keefer Center in Springfield.
Notifications will include road hazards and best routes of travel to the assembly points or a safe area.
Fire Chief Chris Heppel advised residents to make plans with family and neighbors in case of emergency evacuation.
Last week, Eugene/Springfield Fire received its first shipment of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. They got 1,000 doses. Acting Fire Chief Chris Heppel said they immediately began administering shots to first responders.
Staff with ESF are trained to administer vaccinations. First responders from Fire and Police have received the shots.
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“We’re often the first point of contact for people needing medical treatment,” he said. “Whether they have COVID related symptoms or not, these vaccines will help ensure our staff are protected and will slow the spread of the virus throughout Lane County.”
Acting Eugene Springfield Fire Chief Chris Heppel says his department is fortunate to have enough COVIDD-19 vaccine to protect first responders.