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Saturday, 23 January 2010 12:32

Information referenced from ReadySanDiego.org -Visit their web site for more information

Your Home and Yard

Follow all local building, fire and hazard abatement codes
  • Install a smoke detector on each level of your home and test them twice monthly
  • Clear combustible vegetation in a 100-foot radius from any structure

When Fire Approaches

  • Evacuate as soon as directed by public safety officialsPlace your disaster kit along with valuables and other essentials in your vehicle
  • Will you be prepared for the next wildfire?
In San Diego County, wildfires, both naturally occurring and human caused, are a major hazard to our communities. San Diego County residents are urged to take steps now to assess their wildfire risk, safeguard their homes and prepare for the next firestorm. You not only increase the value and safety of your property, you increase the safety of your family.

Download the Wildfire Guide for more information on how to better safeguard your family, property, and possessions.

The County of San Diego Office of Emergency Services thanks its Wildfire Partners for assisting in getting these important messages out to San Diego County residents.

Before the Threat

In 2009, the San Diego County Office of Emergency Services in partnership with The San Diego County Fire Chiefs Association and Farmers Insurance Group launched an unprecedented regionwide fire preparedness campaign.

OES assisted in coordinating a door-to-door campaign on July 25 and August 1 in which 55 fire departments and thousands of community volunteers delivered preparedness materials to homes that are adjacent to wildland areas or urban canyons.

A DVD was produced to address the San Diego region about fire hazards and steps residents can take to mitigate risks on their properties. The DVD is subtitled in Spanish and includes a bonus folder of additional preparedness lists and tip sheets that can be viewed if the DVD is viewed on a home computer.

The goal of the campaign is to distribute 400,000 DVD packets to San Diego County residents through the remainder of the fire season. Before the Threat packets are available at most fire stations and local libraries, or by calling OES at (858) 565-3490.