Efforts to boost safety on the Central Coast got underway on Saturday in Paso Robles, where the 4th annual SafetyFest made its return to Downtown City Park.

During the event, first responders taught residents about emergency and disaster preparedness using training exercises and hands-on activities.

The event covered a range of threats, including wildfires, earthquakes, tsunamis, motor vehicle accidents, and cyber threats.

Mark Elterman, a coordinator of Saturday's event, told KSBY about what community members gained from the experience.

"They all learn everything about, you know, what our first responders do. They also learn how they can volunteer and learn how to become first responders themselves," Elterman said. "That's a really, really good thing."

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