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RED FLAG WARNING PROMPTS INCREASED WILDFIRE RISK FOR LA COUNTY COMMUNITIES

 

*Los Angeles, CA* – With widespread critical fire weather conditions prompting a Red Flag Warning across Southern California today, December 9, 2024, through Wednesday, December 11, 2024, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) has implemented its augmented staffing plan by ordering additional staffing and pre‑deployment of ground and aerial resources throughout the County.

According to the National Weather Service, widespread portions of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties may be affected, with strong Santa Ana winds continuing to develop today and tomorrow.  Wind gusts between 50 to 80 miles per hour will be common, with winds strongest in the valley hills and mountain peaks.  This event has the potential to be as strong as the Santa  Ana event that led to the Mountain Fire in early November.

The LACoFD reminds residents living in wildfire-prone areas to take appropriate precautions:


* _See something, say something_.  Report any sign of smoke or fire immediately to your local fire department by dialing 9-1-1.  If you dial 9-1-1 from your cell phone, be sure to know your location.
* _Have yo_ur "R""eady! Set! Go! "_Wildfire Action Plan in place_.  It is critical for residents to be familiar with the "Ready! Set! Go!" program that provides important pre‑planning and evacuation information.
* _Prepare for Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)_.  During elevated weather conditions, utility companies may temporarily shut off power in high-risk areas.  Please plan for this possibility and consult with your local utility company for more information.

To download the "Ready! Set! Go!" Wildfire Action Plan and view informational how-to videos, visit fire.lacounty.gov/rsg [ [link removed] ].

 

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