Events

🔥 Wildfire Preparedness Information Session with OCFA & IPD 🔥 

📅 When: Tuesday, October 7, 2024, 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Village Square Clubhouse (130 Outwest)

The Portola Springs Emergency Preparedness Committee invites you to an important in-person information session on wildfire preparedness for our community, presented by the Orange County Fire Authority and Irvine Police Department. With wildfire risks on the rise, it’s essential to learn from past fire history, take proactive steps to harden your home, and know how to respond when every minute counts.

Speakers from Orange County Fire Authority and Irvine Police Department will cover:

• Fire history and lessons learned in our area

• Fire mitigation strategies to protect your home and property

• The Ready, Set, Go! plan for wildfire response

• Go-bags and family evacuation preparedness

• Emergency evacuation routes and communication plans

• How to stay informed before, during, and after an incident

This is a valuable opportunity for all Portola Springs residents to get practical tools and expert advice. Bring your questions, take notes, and help strengthen our neighborhood’s resilience. No RSVP is required - see you there!

🚩 Red Flag Go Bag 🎒

📅 When: Tuesday, October 21, 2024, 7:00 PM
📍 Where: Village Square Clubhouse (130 Outwest)

When a Red Flag Warning is issued, fire danger is at its peak. Do you know what to take if you only have minutes to evacuate? A well-prepared Go Bag can make all the difference for your family’s safety and peace of mind.

Join us for to learn:

• What a Red Flag Warning means for our community

• Essential items to consider packing in your go bag

• How to create a "grab and go" list for everyday essentials

• Ways to store and rotate supplies so your bag is always ready

• Tips for quick evacuation and family communication plans

This interactive session will give you practical guidance and ready-to-use checklists to help you leave quickly and confidently during an emergency. Bring your questions—and even your current go bag, if you have one—to get personalized feedback.

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