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[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Due to staffing constraints, we will not be posting on this account anymore. For the latest information about disaster preparedness in Berkeley, please visit https://t.co/UBLgjITRMB. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Thank YOU for being here!

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

On Monday's day of service, consider working to reduce fire-hazard vegetation in the Oakland Hills. These actions are just one way to help prevent and slow the spread of WUI (wildland -urban-interface) fires like the ones in Los Angeles. https://t.co/NhND3RCNIv

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

With the horrific fires in L.A., the next BDPNN in-person session on disaster mental health seems timely.

Join BDPNN and Susan Snyder at the BFUU church on Thur, January 30 at 6:30 p.m. for Mental Health Preparedness. More info here:

https://t.co/tXy8G3NVKU

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

#Berkeley friends: Don't miss important upcoming Disaster Readiness classes here. Great stuff coming in the next month!: https://t.co/qIQfHh1uiT

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

The wildfire threat in CA is real and ongoing. Berkeley sends love and strength to our southern neighbors.

[Governor Gavin Newsom @CAgovernor]

On the ground in Pacific Palisades and getting briefed by @CAL_FIRE on the #PalisadesFire in Los Angeles.

Californians in the affected areas should stay alert and follow evacuation orders from local authorities ➡️ https://t.co/gIKZPSxfln

[philip lewis @Phil_Lewis_]

Fire crews are using a bulldozer to move abandoned cars to make way for firefighters fighting the #PalisadesFire

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Scattered power outages in #Berkeley - how's everyone doing?

[City of Berkeley @CityofBerkeley]

🔥 Prepare for high fire danger; sign up for alerts, review City’s emergency map and evacuation routes, pack or refresh "go bags," and park off street when possible.

Learn more from our community message: https://t.co/I13kPfYrfi

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[The Berkeley Scanner @BerkeleyScanner]

Vegetation fire at University and Frontage. Details via @watchdutyapp: #SeabreezeFire https://t.co/4diwiko2KZ

[Oakland Firesafe Council @OaklandFiresafe]

On this anniversary of the Oakland Firestorm, please take a moment to visit https://t.co/Vwh0kj4pKC to find your zone AND then write it down!

Also, please make sure you are registered to receive AC Alerts https://t.co/Q8PVtNxZHi

[Oakland Firesafe Council @OaklandFiresafe]

@MayorShengThao @OaklandFireCA @CAL_FIRE Oakland, please take a minute NOW to know your zone, write it down, and put it somewhere where you'll see it https://t.co/Iwautn4kmP WHY? These zones are used when evacuation warnings/orders are announced. 🔥

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Extreme Fire Weather at this level is rare - only once every few years! Take this very very seriously.

[City of Berkeley @CityofBerkeley]

With extreme fire weather forecast for Berkeley tonight, see real-time neighborhood-specific protective actions on our emergency map: https://t.co/H1ryp0PTxp.

[Petrina @petrina]

Hanging at the top of the hill with people who have been evacuated from the Oakland Hills fire. Fingers crossed they get it under control. It's over 10 acres now.

[Oakland Fire Department (CA) @OaklandFireCA]

Update 6) Forward Progress has been STOPPED for this 5th Alarm Fire. With multiple agencies from several counties assisting, the fast moving fire reached 13 acres. As of now, less than 10 structures impacted by fire activity.

[The Berkeley Scanner @BerkeleyScanner]

BREAKING: The city of Berkeley has declared an extreme fire weather warning from 8 p.m. Friday until 7 a.m. Saturday. The city recommends that residents in fire zones 2 and 3 leave the Berkeley Hills before 8 p.m. Friday. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: https://t.co/P8oT6dTQ3J

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

The Red Flag Warning is now in effect and several weather stations are confirming the dry windy conditions have arrived. #CAwx

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Today's the Day, California! Get ready to shake-rattle-and-roll at 10:17 am.

[Readygov @Readygov]

Get ready! Today’s the Great #ShakeOut! Join us for world’s largest #EarthquakeSafety drill at 10:17am local time.

Drop to the floor. Cover yourself. Hold on until the shaking stops.

https://t.co/I0vhcAI4a5

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Power Outage Preparedness Class
Free Zoom class by SOS Survival Products
Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024
Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am (Pacific Time)
ONLINE Class: Zoom
Register: https://t.co/aylfuHYVEv

[The Berkeley Scanner @BerkeleyScanner]

The National Weather Service forecasts "critical fire weather conditions" from Thursday night into Saturday evening. Here's everything you need to know. https://t.co/THPtzTpdv4 @CityofBerkeley @BerkeleyProFire

[Berkeley CERT @berkeleyCERT]

Be attentive for alerts. Know your zone: https://t.co/k52vlX5eZw
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