FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 19, 2025
(Chester, CA) — On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Seneca Healthcare District will actively participate in a Full-Scale Active Shooter Exercise, beginning at Chester Jr/Sr High School and continuing through Seneca Hospital. This coordinated event, held in collaboration with multiple emergency response and public safety agencies, will serve as a critical training opportunity for Seneca staff, focusing on emergency preparedness, trauma response, and interagency coordination.
The exercise is designed to simulate a real-world active shooter scenario, allowing healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and emergency responders to test and refine their response protocols. Seneca Healthcare District will deploy medical personnel and support teams to engage in hands-on training, reinforcing its commitment to community safety and healthcare readiness.
“Preparedness is not just about having a plan—it’s about practicing that plan with our partners,” said Judy Cline, Chief Nursing Officer at Seneca Healthcare District. “This exercise allows our team to train in a realistic environment and strengthen our coordination with other emergency responders. It’s an invaluable opportunity to ensure we’re ready to respond swiftly and effectively in a crisis.”
Linda McCurdy, Director of Plant Operations and Safety – Emergency Management, and Judy Cline, Chief Nursing Officer, have been instrumental in coordinating Seneca’s involvement in the exercise. Their leadership has ensured that staff training, logistical planning, and emergency protocols are aligned with best practices and community-wide response efforts.
Seneca Healthcare District will be working alongside a broad coalition of agencies and organizations, including:
· California Highway Patrol (CHP) – providing traffic control and coordination
· Cal OES
· Cal Fire- Lassen Modoc Unit
· Region III: Regional Disaster Medical and Health Specialist
· Peninsula Fire Department
· Air Methods
· Care Flight EMS
· Lassen County OES
· Lassen County Public Health
· Lassen County Sheriff’s Office
· Plumas County Office of Education (PCOE)
· Plumas County Public Health Agency
· Plumas County OES
· Plumas Unified School District: Chester Jr/Sr High School
· Plumas County Sheriff’s Office
· REMSA Health
· Nor-Cal EMS
· Peninsula Fire Protection District
· California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)
· Sierra Medical Services Alliance (SEMSA)
· West Shore Fire Department
⚠️ Please note: While Seneca Healthcare District is participating in the exercise, the hospital and emergency room will remain fully open and operational throughout the event. Patient care will not be interrupted.
Seneca Healthcare District is proud to be part of this collaborative effort to enhance emergency preparedness and staff education across the region.
About Seneca Healthcare District: SHD’s mission is to provide community members and visitors with outstanding healthcare services and quality care through dedicated and compassionate staff, providers, and innovative technology. Our commitment to the communities around us is to create an atmosphere that promotes wellness and healing.
