Current weather conditions have heightened the fire potential in our region. These conditions are forecasted to continue this week and possibly into the weekend.
In the spirit of looking after our people, family and friends, please review your wildfire preparedness. Resources include:
- City of Carlsbad preparedness recommendations: http://www.carlsbadca.gov/services/depts/fire/emergency/default.asp .
- Emergency Preparedness Guide: http://www.carlsbadca.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=24681 , (in Spanish: http://www.carlsbadca.gov/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=24682 .
- Wildfire information http://www.carlsbadca.gov/services/depts/fire/emergency/hazards.asp
- Evacuation planning http://www.calfire.ca.gov/communications/downloads/fact_sheets/ReadySetGo_Plan.pdf
- Planning for those who may need assistance: http://www.readysandiego.org/Resources/caregivers-disaster-plan.pdf
Employees:
• Ensure your cell phones are registered for emergency notifications by registering for AlertSanDiego at: www.readysandiego.org
• Review preparedness planning with family members and work evacuation procedures with supervisors
• Be prepared to follow the City of Carlsbad on its homepage, Facebook and Twitter
Because power outages are more likely during windy conditions, SDG&E is encouraging customers to be prepared with flashlights, batteries, radio. [Have phone chargers accessible.] Be mindful of downed power lines. SDG&E is encouraging customers who live in high wind areas to monitor weather conditions at www.sdgeweather.com.