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Prepare for Wildfires Before One Ignites to Protect Your Family, Friends and Property

| 11:51 AM

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With the deadly firestorm in Maui and the Bunnie Fire in Ramona that scorched nearly 200 acres and resulted in evacuations Wednesday, wildfires are at the top of mind for most of San Diegans. The fires should remind people to be prepared to evacuate and to take steps to minimize damage to their property in case a wildfire starts in their community.

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Be Alert, Stay Prepared During Red Flag Conditions

| 12:52 PM

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Residents are being asked to be alert for wildfires as the National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning from Wednesday night through Friday evening, with the potential for strong gusty winds and low humidity.

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County Residents Asked to Take Public Safety Power Shutoff Survey

| 9:04 AM

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The San Diego County Office of Emergency Services is asking all County residents to fill out a survey about the Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program.

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Take Precautions, Be Prepared During Red Flag Conditions

| 12:09 PM

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Extreme low humidity and forecasted high winds will result in elevated wildfire danger and a red flag warning through Saturday in the San Diego County mountains and inland valleys.

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Photo of fire flames on a ridge at night. Credit: CAL FIRE

Residents Urged to Be Prepared to Evacuate Early and Quickly as Fire Threat Increases

| 11:49 AM

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The Valley Fire, which has grown to thousands of acres in just a few days, is a growing threat to communities in San Diego County with the Santa Ana wind event forecast for today. Residents, particularly those who live in communities around the fire perimeter, are asked to be ready to evacuate in 15 minutes or less.