S1:E2 Dispatch Log: Code Orange – Risk, Neighbors, and Readiness

In this episode of Code Orange, hosts Marty Sobo and Jonathan Price are joined by Monica Weber, coordinator at the Boulder Office of Disaster Management. Together, they dive into the fundamentals of personal and community preparedness for disasters. Monica explains the concept of risk—likelihood and impact—and how individuals can tailor their own risk assessments. The conversation explores practical planning steps such as building a support system, creating family communication plans, preparing for evacuation or shelter-in-place scenarios, and conducting home safety assessments from both a blind and sighted perspective.

Listeners will also hear how small steps—like labeling essentials, signing up for emergency alerts, or simply talking with neighbors—can make a big difference. Monica closes with five key action items for everyone to begin their preparedness journey. This episode emphasizes empowerment: preparation doesn’t have to be perfect, but starting today makes you safer tomorrow.