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What should you turn off (gas, water, electric) in an evacuation?
What to turn off and leave on during evacuation preparation. Let’s talk evacuation preparation. You’ve got a detailed wildfire action plan and you know what

What to Put in Your Go Bag
Focus on your unique needs, and keep these basics in mind. What to put in your Go Bag is a common and very important question,

10 things to move away from your house
Flammable items to keep away When it comes to protecting your home from fire and flying embers, it’s essential to keep a “safety moat” around

How to Make a Wildfire Action Plan
It’s an important way to be ready when wildfires happen. A wildfire action plan is a well-rehearsed series of preparation steps your family agrees to

Back to School? How to Prepare Your Kids for Wildfire
Wildfires can strike any time of the day or week. Having a wildfire action plan designed to get your family to safety while you’re at

What is CodeRED and Why You Should Sign Up for It
Get Immediate Access to Vital Community Warnings “Code red.” You’ve heard the term in movies, and it means the same thing in real life—something important

Red Flag Warnings: What They Are and What You Should Do About Them
Some days are more fire-prone than others. Let’s talk about “red flag warnings.” No, not the kind to watch out for on a first date—the

Tips for Having Fire-safe Summer Fun
Enjoy the warm weather while keeping our community safe Remember when we talked about how to avoid starting winter fires during the holidays? Well, it’s

Four Days Left to Burn in Butte County
Beginning June 17, 2024, all burn permits are suspended for outdoor residential burning within the State Responsibility Area of Butte County due to hotter, drier