This presentation explores the vital role of preparedness, collective impact, and community engagement in ensuring rural community safety. Highlighting the SD County Library's role as a hub for information and resource sharing, it emphasizes how libraries can facilitate collaboration and strengthen community networks. Key partners, including SD County Fire: Community Risk Reduction/CAL FIRE SD and SD County Public Health/HHSA: Epidemiology and Immunization Services, will share expertise on flu vaccination, focusing on H5N1 (Bird Flu), and fire season safety and preparedness.

Attendees will learn effective strategies for building resilient communities through preparedness and proactive engagement. The presentation will showcase successful partnerships and demonstrate how collective efforts lead to robust safety outcomes. The session encourages stakeholders to collaborate, leveraging each partner's strengths to create a safer, healthier, and more connected rural community.