Beach Cities Health District - Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)

Online Survey

The purpose of this survey is to gather information and insights from residents and individuals associated with the Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) regarding their awareness, concerns, and preparedness related to various natural hazard events.
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The survey will assess the community's level of understanding of these hazards, their impact on BCHD properties, and the measures taken to mitigate risks. Additionally, the survey seeks input on the types of mitigation projects and policies that local government should focus on to strengthen the community's resilience to natural hazards.

This survey will be closed on May 2, 2025.

About Beach Cities Health District:
Beach Cities Health District (BCHD) is a healthcare district focused on preventive health and serves the communities of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach. Established in 1955 as a public agency, it offers an extensive range of dynamic health and wellness programs, with innovative services and facilities to promote health and prevent diseases across the lifespan.
1.Are you a resident of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, or Redondo Beach?
2.If yes, please indicate which city you reside in.
3.If you work in the beach cities, please indicate which city you work in
4.In which age group do you belong?
5.Please indicate your level of concern for each hazard in the beach cities community:
Not Concerned 
Somewhat Concerned 
Neutral
Concerned 
Very Concerned 
Earthquake: Earthquakes pose a significant threat due to the area's proximity to several active fault lines. They can lead to ground shaking, surface rupture, and structural damage, posing risks to life and property.
Landslide: Triggered by heavy rains, earthquakes, or human activity, landslides can cause rapid movement of large amounts of earth, threatening homes, infrastructure, and natural areas.
Tsunami: Rare but potentially devastating, tsunamis can flood coastal areas, causing widespread damage to property and posing a serious risk to life.
Wind: Strong winds can cause property damage, down power lines, and create hazardous conditions.
Extreme Heat: Heat waves can pose health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, and strain infrastructure.
Drought: Drought conditions can lead to water shortages, impact agriculture, increase fire risks, and affect local ecosystems.
Urban Wildfire: Wildfires present a significant risk, potentially leading to loss of life, property damage, and destruction of natural areas. Dry conditions and high winds can exacerbate these risks.
Inland Flooding: Heavy rains, especially during storm events, can lead to inland flooding, impacting homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure, and increasing the risk of landslides.
6.When you moved into your residence or commercial property, did you consider the impact a natural hazard event could have on your property? 
7.If your residence or commercial property has experienced damage from a hazard event, which of the following types of events have you experienced at your property? (Select all that apply)
8.Have you taken any of the following actions to reduce the risk of hazards to your residence or commercial property? (Choose all that apply)
9.Which of the following mitigation project types do you believe Beach Cities Health District should focus on to reduce disruptions of services and strengthen the community (check all that apply)?
10.In the last 10 years, have you evacuated from your home or business because of a disaster (e.g., flooding, power outage, water failure)? If so, how long were you displaced? Did you go to a shelter?
11.Are you concerned with any other hazards not identified in this survey?
12.In terms of social vulnerability, do you feel that a specific group, or groups, in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach are more vulnerable to any of the hazards listed in Question 5 Note: Centers for Disease Control (CDC) 15 Social Factors below.
13.Based on the group(s) you have selected in the previous question; please select which hazard events you feel may particularly affect those group(s)? (Choose all that apply)
14.In your opinion, what steps could be undertaken to reduce or eliminate the risk of future hazard damage?