Resources, education, and financial support to First Responders, Community NGO & volunteer groups working together to help animals in emergencies and disasters.
When is the best time to get ready to keep animals safe in an emergency? TODAY & EVERY day!
Having a plan for emergencies & disasters will have big payoffs for your animals, your family, neighbors & you.
Where to start? Right here!
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On Memorial Day & throughout the year, we remember with gratitude the equine, canine & avian members of the military, as well as their dedicated handlers & veterinary caregivers.
Thank you will never be enough but we can honor them by being prepared for times of crisis.
Looking for ways to learn more & get involved with wildfire safety action in your area? Join the organizations & agencies leading the way! Local FireSafe Council, Fire Dept, FireWise group & Co-op Extension Service are community partners usually providing guidance & resources.
Examples from common horse barn facilities that provide fire prevention that works matched with examples of poorly done fire prevention that might surprise you!
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Looking for a presentation for your next Firewise meeting or therapy community gathering? Here’s a terrific workshop featuring our own Julie Atwood talking Prep for All your Animals + presentation by retired Sonoma Co. Fire Marshal & FireSAFE Council CEO.
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📝 Make plans for early & safe evac
🤝 Share & PRACTICE plans
🏡 Harden your home, barns & pastures to reduce risks
👀 Stay aware of weather forecasts & conditions
🐈 Include plans for the barn cats & other animals
📱Know when to prep &when to go
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Safe drinking water is critical for people & animals. It's the most important thing we need to get us through a local emergency or large scale disaster!
Here are resources to help make sure you have what you need to keep yourself, your family & all your animals well hydrated.
Wildfires can spread quickly so it's crucial to be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice and leave if you are told to do so. Make sure to:
- Fill up your gas tank
- Park your car in the direction of your evacuation route
- Follow the instructions of local authorities
Pet evac prep checklist to keep handy.
🚩On red flag warning days, this is the the time to review your plan, confirm your destination, and GO or be ready to go!
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🚒Elevated fire weather threat
🌊Coastal flood advisory
⚠️Hazardous beach & marine conditions
💨Wind advisory
We have it all this weekend! Are you and your pets ready?
We have answers, tips & info on all of your prep needs all in one place!
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We've issued a Wind Advisory for portions of the Sacramento Valley and Delta from 11pm tonight through 8pm Sunday. Expect north winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, strongest along and west of I-5. Use caution while driving, especially in high profile vehicles! #CAwx
When to PREPARE and when to GO?
This handy Pet Evac Prep Checklist can help!
Save it to your phone or download a poster to print, hang, and keep handy.
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Dry conditions and Moderate HeatRisk continues across the Valley this afternoon with mid to upper 90's expected. Be sure to always practice heat safely and look before you lock! #CAwx
We have pet prep tools to help you NOW! 😻
Here are some of our most helpful tools for neighborhood leaders. You can download other Animal Preparedness workbooks that suit your needs here: https://t.co/rqtYBfUQY8