The Los Angeles County Fire Department has implemented its augmented staffing plan in response to the National Weather Service’s red flag warning, which will be in effect from today through Saturday, Oct. 8, in Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
Extreme wind gusts between 30 and 45 miles per hour are expected in canyon and mountain areas, which will result in high fire danger throughout Los Angeles County. In response to the increased fire danger, Fire Chief Daryl L. Osby has ordered additional staffing and pre-deployment of resources throughout the County.
At this time, we remind residents in brush areas to take appropriate precautions:
* See something, say something. Report any sign of smoke or fire immediately to your local fire department by dialing 911. If you dial 911 from your cell phone, be sure to know your location.
* Use extreme caution when operating spark- or flame-producing machinery in hazardous grass or brush areas.
* If you live in a brush area, you should have a Wildfire Action Plan in place. Be familiar with the Ready! Set! Go! program that provides important pre-planning and evacuation information to residents. For more information, visit www.fire.lacounty.gov.
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