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What do I do when there is an earthquake in Aberdeen?: Drop, Cover, and Hold on until the shaking stops. Because we are in an area that is susceptible to Tsunamis, you should then immediately make your way to higher ground. For more information go to Grays Harbor Emergency Management for preparedness and safety information.

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1. What do I do when there is an earthquake in Aberdeen?: Drop, Cover, and Hold on until the shaking stops. Because we are in an area that is susceptible to Tsunamis, you should then immediately make your way to higher ground. For more information go to Grays Harbor Emergency Management for preparedness and safety information.

2. After an earthquake, where do I go to get to higher ground in Aberdeen?: The Aberdeen - Hoquiam - Cosmopolis Tsunami Walking Map shows the nearest high ground for areas in Aberdeen, Hoquiam, and Cosmopolis. The map was created by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. The routes are to be used following a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake in anticipation of a Tsunami wave impacting the Washington Coast.

3. What are the burning regulations in Aberdeen?: View Aberdeen Burning Regulations

4. Where can I find information on residential heating oil tanks?: The Aberdeen Fire Department’s does not regulate, decommission or maintain records on any Residential Heating oil tanks. Residential home owners are advised to follow the guidelines to decommission a heating oil tank established by the Pollution Liability Insurance Agency.

5. Where can I find information on the fire department's Knox Box Program?: Key boxes for your residence or business used by The Aberdeen Fire Department are purchased from www.knoxbox.com. Please visit the website and select the City of Aberdeen to purchase your box.

6. Who do I contact if I have a question on my ambulance transport invoice?: Please contact the EMS Accounts Specialist at 360-537-3261 between the hours of 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday.

7. Where can I find out more about the Aberdeen Fire Department?: The Aberdeen Fire Department's 2018 Annual Report is a valuable source of information for learning more about what services the fire department offers.