SEAL BEACH, CA — Seal Beach residents were urged to take part in a free “Surviving Gun Violence” safety presentation to take place at McGaugh Elementary School this month.
The presentation takes place every year, police said, with this year reflecting an updated community safety presentation focused on surviving gun violence.
“SBPD emphasizes that this is not theoretical information — these are practical steps that can be remembered under stress and applied immediately, and they can save lives.” The Seal Beach Police Department wrote in a statement.
New information in the program includes changes in law and current safety guidance in order to help the public make better decisions during times of gun-related crisis.
“SPBD encourages attendance even from those who have participated in similar presentations in the past, as the content has been refreshed to reflect what is new, what is being seen nationwide, and what best practices the public should understand today,” the department said.
Attendees of the presentation will hear from SBPD Capt. Nick Nicholas, who will cover proven concepts that improve survivability during a gun violence incident.
“Every community hopes it never happens here—but preparation is what saves lives,” Chief Michael Henderson told Patch. “This presentation provides clear, actionable guidance that residents can use to protect themselves and others. If this information helps even one person respond more effectively in a crisis, it’s worth it.”
The “Surviving Gun Violence” presentation takes place Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 5:30 p.m. at the McGaugh Elementary School auditorium, 1698 Bolsa Ave.
Anyone with questions is encouraged to contact Capt. Nicholas at nnicholas@sealbeachca.gov or (562) 799-4100 ext. 1160.