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Desch. County Urges Emergency Preparedness

BEND, OR -- Due to the prolonged risk of wildfire, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. While there are no new fires reported in the area, County Emergency Manager Nathan Garibay encourages everyone to be prepared well in advance of an incident, by creating an evacuation kit and plan.

 

He says an integral piece is making sure your cell phone is registered through the county to receive emergency notifications. Click HERE to register your cell phone. 
 
The state has developed three evacuation levels:
 
Level 1: Be Ready
 
There is an incident in your area and residents should be aware of potential evacuation. Be aware of the danger, monitor emergency services sources and local media for information.  Those persons who will need additional time to exit an area or have health conditions (especially respiratory conditions that could be made worse by smoke) should consider leaving. You are encouraged to prepare or even move livestock and pets out of the area.  Be prepared to leave if conditions worsen.
 
Level 2: Get Set
 
There is significant danger in your area and residents should be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. You are encouraged to leave and should do so as soon as possible. If you choose to stay, you should be able to leave immediately if conditions worsen.  You MAY have time to gather necessary items, but doing so is at your own risk.  Entry to evacuated areas may be denied until the hazard subsides.
 
This may be the only notice you receive. Emergency services cannot guarantee we will be able to notify you if conditions rapidly deteriorate.
 
Level 3: Go Now!
 
There is immediate and imminent danger and you should evacuate immediately. DO NOT DELAY LEAVING to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. Leave immediately and as quickly as possible. Drive carefully, turn on your headlights, and follow any directions from emergency services personnel. Entry to evacuated areas will be denied until the hazard subsides.
 
“During fire season, making sure that you and your family are always on ready for an emergency evacuation can make all the difference,” explains Garibay. “Having a plan and a emergency 72-hour kit ahead of time can allow for your family to take some extra precautionary measures if you are given a Level 1 Notice.”
 

 

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