Operation Golden Phoenix

Operation Golden Phoenix (alternatively called Exercise Golden Phoenix) is an annual preparedness exercise conducted in the southern California area which includes participation of civil, military and volunteer organizations. Established in 2006, the exercise has included drills for future earthquakes and terrorist attacks.

In 2010, the operation was coordinated by Los Angeles County.{{cite web|url=https://ceo.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/OEM/Drills/DRILLS,%20EXERCISES,%20TRAININGS%20-%202010%20OPERATION%20GOLDEN%20PHOENIX%20-%207-28-10.pdf|title=Operation Golden Phoenix - OGP10|access-date = March 29, 2024}}

In 2023, the exercise was hosted by Travis Air Force Base{{cite web|url=https://www.travis.af.mil/News/Photos/igphoto/2003222219/|title=Exercise Golden Phoenix - 2023 - Travis Air Base|access-date=March 29, 2024}}

The exercises have focused on improving the coordination of local organizations through building personal relationships and improving communications.{{cite news|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/18/opinion/18ganyard.html?ref=opinion|title=All Disasters are Local|last=Ganyard|first=Steven T.|date=May 17, 2009|work=New York Times|accessdate=2009-05-22}}