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Wildfire Safety Tips and Resources
Sign up for alerts at listoscalifornia.org/alerts – Each county has its own alert system. This easy to use, free tool allows you to search by zip code. You can choose how to get alerts sent to you when you sign up, including cell phone, home phone, email, text messages, and in some cases, TTY devices.
Prepare a go bag – in the event your family needs to evacuate, have essential items ready to go. This should include important documents (birth certificate, insurance policies, passports, etc), prescription medications, protective gear (masks, sturdy shoes), backup battery, cash, pet supplies, food, and water.
Don’t wait, evacuate – Plan multiple evacuation routes ahead of time. Listen and watch for evacuation warnings and orders. An evacuation warning means get ready to leave or leave if you need extra time (elderly, people with disabilities, young children, large animals). An evacuation order means leave immediately.
Wildfire and wildfire smoke resources available in 12 languages at listoscalifornia.org/resources/ – Explore valuable resources (guides, videos, and posters) that can be shared with those in your community to prepare for, respond to and recover from wildfires.
Shelters are available for everyone – emergency shelters are open to all Californians regardless of immigration status. Shelters do not require identification cards to enter. Contact your local county emergency services office for information about shelter locations.
Trusted Information Sources
Cal OES (Governor’s Office of Emergency Services)
Website: www.news.caloes.ca.gov
The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is the state agency responsible for coordinating California’s response to natural disasters, emergencies, and other major incidents. Its primary mission is to protect lives, property, and the environment by leading and supporting the state’s emergency management, public safety, and disaster response efforts.
Listos California
Website: www.ready.ca.gov
Listos California, a campaign anchored at the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, provides resources to help individuals and families prepare for wildfires and other emergencies. Key features include emergency planning guides, evacuation checklists, and multilingual resources tailored to California’s diverse communities.
CAL FIRE (California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection)
Website: www.fire.ca.gov
CAL FIRE offers up-to-date information on wildfire incidents, evacuation orders, and fire prevention tips. Residents can use their interactive Fire Map to track fire activity and access safety resources.
Los Angeles County Fire Department
Website: www.fire.lacounty.gov
Find local fire updates, evacuation notices, and fire safety tips specific to Los Angeles County. The department also provides resources for wildfire prevention and recovery.
Los Angeles City Emergency Management Department (LA EMD)
Website: www.emergency.lacity.org
LA EMD provides alerts and emergency preparedness resources tailored to the city of Los Angeles. Residents can sign up for emergency notifications and access wildfire-specific guidance.
Additional Helpful Links
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National Weather Service (NWS) Fire Weather Alerts: www.weather.gov/fire
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Air Quality Monitoring (AirNow): www.airnow.gov
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American Red Cross Wildfire Safety Tips: www.redcross.org/wildfire-safety
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Animal Evacuation Support (ASPCA): www.aspca.org/disaster-preparedness
Current Wildfire Conditions
A live map of active wildfire incidents is maintained by Cal FIRE and can be accessed at: www.fire.ca.gov.
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