As wildfire season approaches during the dry summer months, it’s important to be ready. Wildfires are unpredictable, and Southern California is currently experiencing moderate to severe drought conditions, increasing the risk of fire-related emergencies.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) recommends the following wildfire preparedness steps:
Before a Wildfire
- Know your fire extinguishers: where they are, how to use them and check expiration dates.
- Learn utility controls. Make sure everyone in your household knows how to safely shut off gas, electricity and water.
- Prepare a “go bag” with at least a three-day supply of nonperishable food, water and necessary medications, a change of clothes, extra cash, first aid and sanitation supplies, batteries, flashlight, copies of important documents, pet food and water.
- Build a wildfire action plan. This plan details meeting points, evacuation routes, arrangements for pets and a communication plan for family members.
Read more wildfire preparations tips from CAL FIRE 这里.
Stay Informed
Residents can use the following resources to get real-time updates during fire season:
- AlertOC notification system: Enroll in the county’s mass notification system, AlertOC, at ocgov.com/about-county/emergency. This service delivers time-sensitive messages directly to your home, mobile or business phone with options for text and email notifications.
- Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA): Visit OCFA.org 或在社交媒体上关注 OCFA x.com/OCFireAuthority 以便及时更新和信息。
- Statewide wildfire updates: Access comprehensive information about California wildfires at fire.ca.gov/incidents.
The Role of CodeRED Emergency Alerts
Orange County’s primary mass notification system, AlertOC, is the official source for real-time updates from OCFA and other emergency agencies. All residents are strongly encouraged to enroll at alertoc.org to receive critical alerts during fire, weather and public safety emergencies.
To supplement countywide updates, Village Management Services (VMS) uses the CodeRED notification system to share brief, community-specific alerts when needed. CodeRED messages may include urgent local instructions or reinforce guidance from county agencies.
To sign up for CodeRED, visit lagunawoodsvillage.com, click “Sign up today” under the red and black CodeRED icon (bottom right of any page), or register through the resident portal.
野火事件期间的空气质量警报
Wildfires can affect air quality, so it’s important to stay informed to protect your health. If you’re in an affected area, check air quality updates and follow health tips, especially if you have heart or lung problems. Key steps include:
- 待在室内，关闭门窗
- 使用空调循环装置
- 多喝水
- 如果出现严重症状，请寻求医疗帮助
如需了解最新的空气质量信息和健康建议，请访问 南海岸空气质量管理区网站，它提供工具来帮助您在野火期间保持安全。
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