In this episode of Our Community, host Candice Michel speaks with Wes Bruning about disaster preparedness in Curry County and the broader Cascadia region. They discuss the unique risks the area faces and introduce his upcoming Cascadia Strong radio show which will focus on strategies for disaster readiness. The conversation highlights the importance of local preparedness, psychological resilience, and neighborhood organization, stressing that knowledge and planning can reduce fear. Both Candice and Wes emphasize that community-led efforts are crucial, especially given the potential for long-term isolation after major disasters, and hope the new radio program will inspire residents and local government to take proactive steps toward greater safety and resilience.

Host: Candice Michel; Guest: Wes Bruning; Producer: Candice Michel

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Intro and end music: The Best Is Yet to Come, licensed from audioblocks.com.