Get Prepared! Natural Disasters and How to Minimize the Damage They Leave Behind

Last Updated: November 2, 2026By

The Problem:

Preparing for natural or man-made disasters requires property assessments, contingency plans, emergency supplies, and procedures for maintaining communication and ensuring tenant safety. Property owners and managers should train staff and residents in emergency response, including first aid, CPR, and shutting off gas and water. Plans should also address post-disaster damage assessments and urgent repairs following earthquakes, wildfires, and other emergencies.

Guest Speaker: Patti Widget

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT EXPERT, WIDGET’S WAY

Patti Widget has nearly 25 years of experience as a regional property manager.  Patti teaches a wide range of classes on property management topics; she is a keynote speaker on property management and housing issues and has published numerous articles for apartment associations. Patti is a repeat guest speaker at UCLA. She also holds various certifications in the industry related to her field, such as a CA licensed Real Estate Broker, CCRM, lead based paint certified renovator from the EPA, Fair Housing and more.