08/08/2022
FOCUS ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Jennifer Strong, District Governor 5130, has partnered with our District ESRAG team (Environmental Sustainability Rotarian Action Group) to highlight 12 monthly themes.
The August 2022 Theme is - Get Prepared -
Drought and Fire Preparedness.
This post addresses Fire Preparedness
We strongly suggest that in addition to the suggestions from Lake Co Alerts below- you download the app Watch Duty. It is free. It was designed by a group of experienced fire reporters and each of us on the committee have found it to be invaluable. They also have a Facebook and Instagram page.
Watch Duty now covers the entire state of California.
From LakeCoAlerts:
“Lake County has already experienced the effects of fire season, with multiple fires in June and July. As the summer progresses, now is the time to make all necessary preparations. Here are 5 steps you can do to prevent and prepare for wildfire:
Get alerts/stay up-to-date:
• Update your LakeCoAlerts email, phone number, and address to stay up-to-date with all messages from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Add LakeCoAlerts to your phone contacts or caller I.D, so you know we are trying to reach you. The phone number you will see is (707) 289-8964. When you receive a text message, you will see the number 89361.
• Know your local radio stations to tune into for timely reports and situation updates.
• Follow the LCSO and Office of Emergency services on social media for the latest updates and important information. https://www.facebook.com/lakesheriffhttps://www.facebook.com/LakeCountyOES/
Know your zone and evacuation options:
• Zonehaven is a tool that the public can use to look up their zone number ahead of an emergency. During an emergency, information can be viewed at https://community.zonehaven.com/. Zonehaven does not require an account and is not a service to sign-up for. There is an option to subscribe to alerts when viewing zone information. This will take you to LakeCoAlerts. LCSO will use zone numbers when sending evacuation orders, shelter-in-place warnings, and other emergency information via LakeCoAlerts.
Make a plan
• Have a go-bag ready for you and your household. Visit ready.gov/kit for examples of what to include.
Prepare your home
• Fire-safe starts with defensible space. Take time now to ensure that your property is clear of dead or overgrown brush, trees, and grass. Contact your HOA, landlord, or local fire department for more information.
Help your community
• Individual efforts contribute to the success of all. Talk with your neighbors about being fire ready. Start making plans now — ensuring your neighborhood stays safe and has the help they need. Be sure to tell them to sign up for LakeCoAlerts!
Remain vigilant. Each incident may behave unpredictably and rapidly, and no one should wait for an electronic alert before evacuating if the threat is imminent. If a situation appears threatening, evacuate immediately. Lake County is a resilient community. Thank you for doing your part to prepare while we do our part to keep you safe!”
Please share this information with family and friends.
Committee Chair: Deb Sally
Committee members: Kinene Barzin
and Ginger Kite
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