With the recent Corral Fire southwest of Tracy in San Joaquin County that as of 8AM on June 5th is currently 92% contained and burned more than 14,000 acres, residents should be reminded of what to do in case of emergency evacuation.

All month long Southern Marin Fire District will be sharing videos educating residents on steps to prepare, in advance, for evacuation from wildfires and other disasters. 

Prepare Yourself: Subscribe to Alert Marin and Nixle warnings. Familiarize yourself with your evacuation zone on the county’s emergency web portal. Keep informed and know what to do to stay safe. 

Check the Weather Regularly: “Critical fire conditions” means warm temperatures, low humidity, and strong, gusty winds from the northeast.  Fires can spark and grow very quickly during these conditions. A Red Flag Warning is issued when critical fire weather conditions are happening or are about to happen.

Prepare for Evacuations: Make an evacuation plan, pack a Go-Kit and be ready to leave if an evacuation order is sent out. Keep a flashlight and extra batteries on hand in case the power goes out. Make sure your car has gas and your EV is fully charged. 

Prevent Ignitions: Mowing and outdoor power tool use should only be done on cool, foggy mornings, with a hose or fire extinguisher nearby. During critical fire weather, don’t park or drive on dry grass, use outdoor barbeques, smoke outdoors, or use outdoor fire pits. Avoid visiting public lands.  

Harden Your Home: A few simple projects can make your home more resistant to ignition from burning embers—the most common cause of home destruction. 

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