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Wildfire preparedness for your home.

Defensible Space – Ready for Wildfire Defensible space is essential to improve your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire. It’s the buffer you create between a building on your property and the grass, trees, shrubs, or any wildland area that surround it. This space is needed to slow or stop the spread of wildfire and it helps protec...

Do you have your kit?!

Do you have an emergency kit? Having a kit should be just one part of your preparedness plan. Visit PrepareSoCal.org to learn more about how to prepare for emergencies big and small.

Be safe on and in ANY type of water. Thanks CAL FIRE for this great reminder...

Heading to the waterways to and stay cool? Remember to always wear a life jacket, never swim alone (even adults should swim with a buddy!), & always have a designated water watcher to call 911 for help, if needed.

Learn more 👇🏻 on how to prepare for wildfire threats.

The is a reminder that now is the time to prepare for wildfires and other emergencies. Find preparedness tips and resources at redcross.org/prepare or download the free Red Cross Emergency App to learn how to get prepared for disasters.

Make your emergency kit today.

Do you have an emergency kit? Having a kit should be just one part of your preparedness plan. Visit PrepareSoCal.org to learn more about how to access resources and prepare for emergencies big and small.

Life jackets can save lives!

If you plan on spending time near the water, take proper precautions! Remember that life jackets should be worn by children, inexperienced swimmers, and all boaters. Life jackets can make all the difference in a water emergency! https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/water-safety.html

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Stay informed, get equipped and be prepared.

During these stressful times, it is important to stay informed by your state and local officials for updated information detailing how COVID-19 is affecting your community. Many local governments are sharing guidance on how to keep you and your families safe, including:

🔸 Social distancing best practices
🔸 Business closures, public transportation changes and curfews
🔸 Unemployment and food assistance
🔸 Additional protective actions

For more information and resources visit USAGov: usa.gov/coronavirus -214586

Did you know that September is Disaster Preparedness Month? For more information, please check out https://www.ready.gov/september

National Preparedness Month | Ready.gov National Preparedness Month (NPM), recognized each September, provides an opportunity to remind us that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year. This NPM will focus on planning, with an overarching theme: Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.

If you live in California, you may want to read this

Californians May Have to Choose Between Showers and Laundry with New 55-Gallon Water Limit They're now paying the price for decades of Democrat inaction on the problem.

For those of us who live in California, here is an interesting article on water usage, https://pjmedia.com/trending/californians-may-have-to-choose-between-showers-and-laundry-with-new-55-gallon-water-limit/. In terms of preparedness, it may be a good idea to consider how to best prepare yourself and families for dealing with this issue.

Californians May Have to Choose Between Showers and Laundry with New 55-Gallon Water Limit They're now paying the price for decades of Democrat inaction on the problem.

The author Stephen King has been quoted saying, “There's no harm in hoping for the best as long as you're prepared for the worst.” Sound advice for all to heed.

To build your own emergency kit for your car or home, or both visit,https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/documents/files/checklist3.pdf for a list of basic emergency supplies that can be placed in a backpack or duffel bag in a place where it is readily accessible in time of emergency r disaster. Or you can purchase a ready made kit at http://readyamerica.com/personal-home/.

For suggestions on emergency food supplies, visit https://www.ready.gov/food. For tips on water storage and treatment, visit https://www.ready.gov/water. ,

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According to https://www.massshootingtracker.org/data, there have been 93 active shooter related incidents in the US since January 1, 2018. In 4 months we have had 155 deaths and 314 injuries that resulted from these events. For information on how to prepare and respond to such events visit https://www.dhs.gov/publication/active-shooter-how-to-respond. Watch the DHS video here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcnA_Cq_Csk. , ,

Mass Shooting Tracker Mass shooting tracker: A crowd sourced database of U.S. mass shootings.

For information on disaster preparedness for the elderly check outhttps://www.redcross.org/images/MEDIA_CustomProductCatalog/m4640086_Disaster_Preparedness_for_Srs-English.revised_7-09.pdf and https://www.cdc.gov/aging/pdf/disaster_planning_tips.pdf. , , ,

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April is financial capability month. One never knows when they will be faced with an emergency or disaster. This can include a death in the family or an accident that leaves mounting medical bills. It could be anything that affects you and your family! Are you financially able to withstand the difficulties that may follow? For tips and information on how to prepare, go to https://www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness.

Financial Preparedness | Ready.gov Americans at all income levels have experienced the challenges of rebuilding their lives after a disaster or other emergency. In these stressful circumstances, having access to personal financial, insurance, medical, and other records is crucial for starting the process of recovery quickly and effic...

It's ! Did you know that the strongest tornado wind speed ever recorded is 318 mph?! This occurred during the EF5 Moore, Oklahoma tornado.

Did you know, the strongest wind speed ever recorded in a tornado was 318 mph? It was estimated by a mobile doppler radar (Doppler on Wheels) 100 feet off the ground in the EF5 Moore, Oklahoma tornado on May 3, 1999.

Learn more about : http://ow.ly/3fMq30izBzU

Take the opportunity to prepare and be ready for wildfires! CAL FIRE encourages you to protect your family, home & property by creating & maintaining defensible space now. Remove all dead vegetation & keep trees limbed.

Thanks to the beautiful spring weather, this weekend is the perfect time to get outdoors to maintain the defensible space around your home. By removing all dead vegetation and trimming trees, you can create a buffer essential to increasing your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire. Learn more: http://www.readyforwildfire.org/Defensible-Space/

It's Tsunami Preparedness Week! Share this information, from FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency, with your friends and family who live or work near the coast so they can be prepared. Visit ready.gov/tsunamis for more info.

If a major earthquake occurs close to shore, tsunamis can happen within minutes and can be deadly. Areas are at a greater risk if they’re less than 25 feet above sea level and within a mile of the shoreline.

Take part in Tsunami Preparedness Week this week and share this with your friends and family who live or work near the coast so they can be prepared. Visit ready.gov/tsunamis for more info.

Important tips from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on what to do during a Tornado;

Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA
Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings.

At Your House: If you are in a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room, or an interior room away from windows. Don't forget pets if time allows.

At Your Workplace or School: Follow your tornado drill and proceed to your tornado shelter location quickly and calmly. Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.

Outside: Seek shelter inside a sturdy building immediately if a tornado is approaching. Sheds and storage facilities are not safe.

In a Vehicle: Being in a vehicle during a tornado is not safe. The best course of action is to drive to the closest shelter. If you are unable to make it to a safe shelter, either get down in your car and cover your head, or abandon your car and seek shelter in a low lying area such as a ditch or ravine.

**More at http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/tornado/index.shtml.

Last year's tornado count was back up over 1500. This is closer to normal and followed several years of lower activity. 2011 was a significant year in terms of number of tornadoes and number of violent tornadoes that struck OK, MO, AL and MS. 🌪️

Preparedness can take many forms, one of which is education and certifications. Let more about trainings and courses offered by American Red Cross in your region!

Husband Saves Wife by Administering CPR as She Went Into Cardiac Arrest Weeks After Giving Birth Luke Benrud went into action when he saw his wife's face turn purple as she laid on the floor

It's ! ReadySanDiego is a great resource for those located in San Diego. Get informed, stay alert, and be prepared.

Fourth Graders Learn About Tsunami Hazard A fourth grade class got a lesson we can all learn from about San Diego’s risk for a tsunami and what to do in the event of a warning or a significant earthquake when at, or near, the coastline.

Food for thought: Based on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s 2017 National Preparedness Report (page 17), https://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1503926640648-0b64216b808eb42a93ba96fe8888d113/2017NationalPreparednessReport_508_COMPLIANT.pdf , our nation’s highest capability rating is 62% for Public Information and Warning. However, our lowest rated capabilities are in the following two categories: Economic Recovery (17%) and Cybersecurity (13%).

Just about everything today is dependent on technology: food, water, electricity, transportation, industry, finance, emergency services, gas, telephones, and national security. Learn to protect yourselves and your businesses. Plan and prepare now! For more information, visit https://www.ready.gov/cybersecurity , and https://www.ready.gov/be-informed. , ,

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For those in Southern California, check out this fun event on Sunday 3/11 from Noon - 5 PM at Belle Marie Winery.

THIS SUNDAY!!!
Meet and Greet Chief Jeff Bowman. He will be pouring his Screaming Chief, 4th Alarm, Grand Cuvée (a blend of Cabernet Franc and Malbec) in the tasting room at Belle Marie Winery from Noon-5. We hope to see you there!

Team Rubicon deployment stories. Talk about an organization comprised of servant leaders living out SERVING OTHERS.

Your Deployment Story-Yeller | Team Rubicon Public Information Officer, Sedef Buyukataman, shares how she supports Team Rubicon volunteers on deployments.

Team Rubicon continues to amaze at their humble and continuous work serving areas impacted by severe weather.

Operations Update: March Madness | Team Rubicon Team Rubicon volunteers are responding to and monitoring severe weather in Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, Texas, and Hawaii. Get the latest.

Today, March 7th, marks the first day of in California. Join CAL FIRE at 11 AM PT as they launch into it.

Trees create a better quality of life for us all. Join us as we celebrate California Arbor Week. Healthy trees, healthy me! Join us live at 11 AM to find out this year’s Arbor Week poster and video contest winners.

Whether you live in a snowy region or are traveling to one, it's always important to be prepared. Thank you FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency!

It's best to stay off the roads during a snowstorm but if you must drive:
-Travel during the day.
-Stay on main roads.
-Let someone know your route.
-Keep your gas tank at least half-full.
-Make sure your tires, brakes, and windshield wipers are in good shape.
In the event you get stranded, follow these tips:

Congratulations to FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency for 30 years long of mitigation programs.

Look Back at 30 Years of Mitigation, helping communities rebuild stronger | FEMA.gov This year marks the 30-year anniversary since the Robert T. Stafford Act was amended to include funding for hazard mitigation grants as a way to help communities recover and rebuild after a Presidentially-declared disaster.