Siskiyou Media Council

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

DID YOU RECEIVE TODAY'S TEST READYSISKIYOU-ALERT? 🚨

Earlier today, we conducted a countywide test of the ReadySiskiyou-Alerts emergency notification system.

If you received the alert, great! That means you're one step closer to receiving important emergency information when it matters most.

If you did NOT receive the test alert, we encourage you to review your account information or sign up for alerts at https://alerts.readysiskiyou.gov.

Did your family members, friends, or neighbors receive the test? Check in with those around you, especially older adults or others who may need assistance setting up or updating their account.

Let us know in the comments if you received the test alert and how you received it (text, email, phone call, etc.).

Need additional emergency information?

• ReadySiskiyou-Alerts: https://alerts.readysiskiyou.gov

• Genasys Protect (Know Your Zone): https://protect.genasys.com/search

Questions? Contact OES at [email protected].

Thank you for helping us build a more prepared and connected Siskiyou County.

06/16/2026

Are you ready Siskiyou?!

TODAY!!!!

We are conducting a countywide test of the ReadySiskiyou-Alerts emergency notification system; today...Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

Residents who are signed up for ReadySiskiyou-Alerts may receive a text message, email, phone call, and/or TTY notification based on their selected alert preferences.

This test helps ensure the system is working properly and allows residents to confirm their contact information is up to date before an emergency occurs. Taking a few minutes to verify your information today can help ensure you receive critical notifications when they matter most.

If you do not receive the test alert on June 16, we encourage you to review your account information or register for alerts at alerts.readysiskiyou.gov.

Not signed up yet? Take a minute to register before the June 16 test and make sure you're ready before the next emergency!

ReadySiskiyou-Alerts is one of several tools used to share important information during emergencies like wildfires, severe weather, floods, earthquakes, and other incidents that may impact Siskiyou County.

Additional emergency information can also be found through:
• ReadySiskiyou-Alerts: alerts.readysiskiyou.gov
• Genasys Protect (Know Your Zone): www.protect.genasys.com/search)
• Siskiyou County OES social media
• Siskiyou County Sheriff's Office social media Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office

Sign up: alerts.readysiskiyou.gov

Need help? Emails us at [email protected]!

06/11/2026

Dear Neighbor,

The City of W**d is committed to maintaining our quality
of life and the local services that our residents, businesses,
and visitors rely on every day. Like many small full-service
cities across California, our City’s budget is facing growing
pressures. We are inviting the community to learn more and
share feedback on how to move forward.

Despite our small population of approximately 2,700
residents, the City maintains 25 miles of roadway and similarly
sized water and sewer systems, and responds to roughly
20,000 police incidents and 800 fire calls each year — the
majority of which are medical in nature.

Rising costs for public safety, aging infrastructure, and recent
fire events — including the Main Street Fire — continue to
outpace revenue growth. City leadership has worked to
manage costs by maintaining long-term staffing vacancies,
deferring maintenance, and using one-time funds to bridge
short-term gaps. These steps have preserved core services for
now, but they are not a long-term solution.

As part of planning to meet these demands, and to hear
your thoughts on options that could include additional local
revenue to support City services, we are hosting a series of
community Town Halls in the weeks ahead. Please consider
joining us at one.

Dustin Stambaugh
City Manager
City of W**d

05/09/2026

Make sure to sign up for alerts to stay aware of changing conditions. These warnings help you get ahead of potential danger. Emergencies don’t wait for you to pack and go. Red Flag Warnings mean conditions are primed for rapid fire growth and can escalate quickly. Be prepared. https://protect.genasys.com/

05/07/2026

Continuing with Wildfire Preparedness Week 2026, think through the details before you need to evacuate:

• Know at least two evacuation routes
• Plan how to grab medications quickly
• Prepare for temperature-sensitive prescriptions
• Set up a clean air space for smoke days
• Keep N95 masks ready
• Use recirculate in your vehicle to reduce smoke exposure

More at www.wildfireprepday.org

05/05/2026

Day three of Fire Preparedness Week 2026.

Harden Your Home. Protect What Matters.

Wildfires often spread from structure to structure. The good news is that small upgrades can significantly improve your home’s chances of surviving.

Start with these home hardening basics:
• Roof & gutters: Keep them clean and free of leaves and needles
• Vents: Install ember-resistant vents to block sparks
• Windows: Dual-pane or tempered glass helps resist heat breakage
• Doors & gaps: Seal openings to keep embers out
• Zone 0 (0–5 feet): Remove anything flammable around your home
• Decks & fences: Use fire-resistant materials when possible

05/05/2026

29 days until Election Day — June 2, 2026.
Read your voter guide. Make your plan. Be ready.

On the flyer are QRCs for the CA guide and Siskiyou Guide along with the web address. Know before you enter the polls. Tell a friend.

Voter status:
Go to https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/

05/04/2026

Have a wildfire action plan already established and understood by your family for evacuating people and pets.

Have you pulled out your emergency go bag since last summer?

Here’s a list of items to make sure you have in your go bag:
A 3-day supply of non-perishable food
A 3-day supply of water – one gallon per person per day
Needed prescriptions or medications
Extra eyeglasses or contact lenses
Change of clothes, including sturdy shoes
First aid kit
Personal toiletries
Hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes
Flashlight & radio with extra batteries
Copies of important documents
Chargers for cell phones
Food and water for your pets

05/04/2026

Stay informed with our 24/7 Bulletin Board—community submissions and verified official information, clearly identified so you know the source.