Deschutes County has a strong network of agencies that are prepared to respond to emergency situations. The area features two full service local hospitals. Several agencies have well established family preparedness programs. In addition, the County is prepared to handle various health related issues as well as natural disasters.

Deschutes County also operates a 911 Center that dispatches emergency calls for all police, fire, and emergency medical calls and works closely with the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Air Life, State Police and other State and Federal agencies.

And remember, in case of an emergency, please DIAL 911.