We know some Alignment Health Plan members are impacted by the Orange County chemical emergency and evacuation order in the Garden Grove area. If you reside in or near Garden Grove, Anaheim, Stanton, Westminster, Buena Park, Santa Ana, or surrounding areas, please follow all local emergency guidance and prioritize your safety. Your safety, health, and well-being are always our top priorities.

 

Your Alignment Health Plan Benefits Are Here for You

When a disaster or public health emergency is declared at the county, state, or federal level, Alignment Health Plan takes action to help ensure members in affected areas can receive the medical care they need.

Visit Alignment Health Plan's Disaster Policy for more information.

 

We're Here to Help

Call Alignment Health Plan 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 1-833-242-2223 (TTY: 711) If you would like to speak to a clinician, need help accessing medications, or need temporary support connecting with resources, please call us. Our team can help you with:

• Finding care or speaking with a clinician

• Refilling medications or locating a network pharmacy

• Medical equipment and supplies

• Transportation assistance

• Connecting with local shelters and community resources

• Finding a different provider if your PCP’s office is closed

One call. We’ll help you figure out the rest.

 

Stay Informed

For the latest information, please visit www.ocgov.com or the City of Garden Grove emergency page at ggcity.org/emergency. You can also call Orange County’s Public Information 24-Hour Hotline at 714-628-7085.

Stay connected to the City of Garden Grove emergency page which includes the current evacuation map and address checker, official updates, shelter and hotel resources, and transportation support information.

Staying Safe During the Chemical Emergency

Please follow all instructions from local emergency officials. If you are told to evacuate, please do not wait.

If you are in or near an affected area, please continue to follow guidance from local officials. General safety reminders include:

• Avoid the affected area and follow posted road closures and public safety instructions.

• Prepare essential items, medications, important documents, phone chargers, and other necessities in case you need to leave quickly.

• If you notice smoke or chemical odors, keep windows and doors closed and remain indoors when possible.

• Use indoor air circulation or HEPA filtration if available.

• Seek medical attention right away if you experience breathing difficulty, dizziness, nausea, chest discomfort, or severe eye or throat irritation.

• If you need urgent or emergency medical care, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room..

 

Evacuation Helpful Tip List:

Prepare now in case you are ordered to evacuate Garden Grove or surrounding areas due to the chemical tank emergency, it’s important to pack essentials for safety, comfort, and continuity of daily needs.

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