Volcano Preparedness Workshop Coming to Klamath Falls, Bend
Free public events in Klamath Falls and Bend will help residents learn about volcanic hazards and emergency preparedness.
OREGON - Oregon Department of Emergency Management is partnering with Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries and the Cascades Volcano Observatory to host a series of volcano preparedness workshops across Oregon, including free public events in Klamath Falls and Bend next week.
The statewide effort is designed to strengthen Oregon’s readiness for future volcanic activity through partner planning sessions and community education events.
Officials said communities near Oregon’s Cascade Range face potential volcanic hazards, making preparedness planning an important part of statewide emergency management efforts.
Public Workshops in Klamath Falls and Bend
Residents are invited to attend the following free public workshops:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Oregon Institute of Technology
College Union Building Auditorium
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Central Oregon Community College
Boyle Education Center, Room 0155
The workshops will provide an overview of the geologic history and behavior of Oregon’s Cascade volcanoes while also offering practical emergency preparedness guidance.
Attendees will learn how to stay informed, what actions to take before and during a volcanic event, and how households can build resilience ahead of emergencies.
Image: Oregon Emergency Management
Statewide Planning Efforts Also Underway
In addition to public education events, emergency officials are hosting planning workshops in Klamath Falls, Bend and The Dalles with government and regional partners.
Those sessions are focused on improving coordination, reviewing existing emergency plans, and identifying the information needed to support timely decision-making during a volcanic incident.
Partners are also continuing work on Oregon’s draft Emergency Operations Plan Volcano Annex, which outlines how state agencies would respond and coordinate resources during volcanic activity.
“This collaborative effort ensures Oregon is prepared to respond effectively to volcanic hazards,” said Alaina Calhoun, Preparedness Director. “By bringing partners together to plan, coordinate, and communicate, we are strengthening our ability to support communities at risk.”
Preparedness Resources
Officials continue encouraging residents to take basic preparedness steps through Oregon’s “Be 2 Weeks Ready” program, including:
Building an emergency supply kit
Making a household emergency plan
Signing up for local alerts and warning systems
More preparedness information is available through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.
Cover image: Shila Sund, Flickr
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