Don't get burned! Safety tips to prepare for wildfires

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09/30/24
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Excerpt from East County Magazine    

Additional resources from Supervisor Joel Anderson:

Ready, Set, Go! - Your Personal Wildland Fire Action Guide(link is external)

This guide put together by CAL FIRE and the County Office of Emergency Services is a great place to start learning about how to protect your home and prepare for evacuation. It also contains checklists to keep you organized.

Fire Safe Council of San Diego County(link is external)

Available resources and workshops at the Fire Safe Council of San Diego County include no-cost chipping, the defensible space assistance program, and community wildfire protection plans.

Be Prepared for Public Safety Power Shutoffs(link is external)

If dangerous high fire risk conditions are present, SDG&E may shut off power as a last resort to keep your community safe. Learn how to prepare for potential power outages through SDG&E’s preparedness guide.

 Create Your Own Emergency Supply Kit(link is external)

Everyone should have an emergency supply kit readily available, especially in case of a wildfire. Check out AlertSanDiego’s tips on creating your own kit.

 Preparedness Plans for People Who May Need Assistance and their Caregivers(link is external)

Refer to this plan specially created for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers -- provided by the County Office of Emergency Services.

Are Your Pets Prepared for an Emergency?(link is external)

This informative video and article give you recommendations from the County Office of Emergency Services and Department of Animal Services on how to prepare your pets for an emergency, including a wildfire.

Disaster Preparedness for Livestock(link is external)

East County is also home to numerous ranches and farms. Keep yourself and your animals safe by following these tips provided by the County Department of Animal Services.

California Statewide Fire Map(link is external)

This map managed by CAL FIRE provides the general locations of major active fires burning in California.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)(link is external)

Not only is CERT a response team, but they provide free emergency preparedness training and activities for residents in the unincorporated areas of the County.

Neighborhood Evacuation Team (NET) Program(link is external)

This program was designed to assist residents with access and a functional needs plan to help them prepare for evacuation.

Asbestos and Natural Disasters Guide(link is external)

Learn how to prevent asbestos exposure when preparing for and cleaning up after a natural disaster.

See also: Asbestos and Its Dangers - What is Asbestos?(link is external) and Homeowner's Guide to Asbestos(link is external)

Navigating Disasters and Mental Health(link is external)

When a disaster strikes, stress due to uncertainty, instability, and loss can be overwhelming. But you and your loved ones can recover with support. Here’s what you need to know about how to get through a disaster and its aftermath.

Cutter Law's California Wildfire Safety Guide(link is external)

Learn everything you need to know about wildfires and how to stay safe in this guide from Cutter Law.

Click Here to Visit Supevisor Anderson’s Resources Page(link is external)

 

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