California recognizes Wildfire Preparedness Week from May 5-11. Ensuring everyone’s safety requires proactive steps. Here are some essential measures to prepare for emergencies, not just during this week but year-round:
Sign up for alerts: Register at alertscc.org to receive timely updates and notifications during emergencies.
Make a plan: Sit down with your family and neighbors to create an emergency plan. Discuss what to do and where to go in various scenarios.
Pack a go bag: Prepare a bag with essential items such as water, non-perishable food, medications, first aid supplies, important documents, and pet supplies.
Know your routes: Familiarize yourself with multiple evacuation routes out of your neighborhood. This can be invaluable in case one route is blocked or unsafe.
Help others: Assist friends and neighbors in getting prepared. Community resilience is strengthened when everyone is ready to support each other during emergencies.
Let’s use this week and beyond to prioritize preparedness and ensure that we’re equipped to handle the increasing frequency and severity of wildfires and other emergencies.
