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Promote readiness, coordinate response, and build resilience for Portland. The Portland Bureau of Emergency Management (PBEM) develops and implements strategic planning, programs, and policies to continually advance the city's mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities.
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Portland celebrates Building Safety Month

Each May, building code professionals around the world promote Building Safety Month. Organized by the International Code Council, Building Safety Month seeks to raise awareness about the importance of building safety and of modern and updated building codes.

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Firefighters rescue survivor from rubble in dramatic drill

In a training exercise, Portland Fire & Rescue firefighters rescue a manikin trapped in a building collapse, team up with OHSU surgeons for an emergency field operation. Simulations like this help first responders prepare for disaster scenarios. (Photo: Dennis Weis www.dennisweisfire.photography)

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