Last Saturday May 2nd was National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day where residents in communities nationwide embraced and took action on wildfire preparedness. Sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), this event initiated hundreds of activities that brought neighbors together and encouraged collaborative efforts to protect and increase the resiliency of communities; particularly those in fire prone regions. Activities included preparedness measures from future wildfire risk as well as recovery efforts from current post-fire impacts. More information can be found on this nationwide effort at http://www.nfpa.org/safety-information/for-consumers/outdoors/wildland-fires/national-wildfire-community-preparedness-day
Additionally, President Obama released a statement supporting these community efforts and recognizing the need for preventative/protective measures against this threat that annually plagues so many during the summer months. See more at http://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach/nwcpd_message.html
To stay informed on wildfire prevention, protection and mitigation efforts here in Orange County follow the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/OrangeCountyFire
We encourage the community to partner with the UC Irvine Police Department to prevent or report crime by calling (949) 824-5223. If you wish to remain Anonymous, call “OC Crime Stoppers” by dialing 855-TIP-OCCS (855-847-6227), text "OCCS" plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or use the website http://occrimestoppers.org/
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