Wildfire safety doesn’t end when the flames are out. 🔥 If you’ve been evacuated, only return home when officials say it’s safe. Hot spots can still burn or even reignite, and damaged homes may have hidden hazards. Before going back inside, have your home inspected and follow guidance from public safety officials. Get more wildfire preparedness tips at ReadyOC.com/wildfires.

There’s still time to register for Family Preparedness Day! 🚨 This hands-on event is a chance for families to learn important emergency preparedness skills in a fun, approachable way. Practice what to say to a 9-1-1 dispatcher, learn how to build an emergency kit, get tips for making a family communication plan, and more. Preparedness starts with simple steps — and this event is a great place to start. 📅 Saturday, August 1 ⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 📍 Fullerton Hunt Branch Library Register today at ReadyOC.com/prepare

Public Safety Power Shutoffs can happen during high fire-risk weather, especially when extreme heat, dry conditions, and strong winds increase wildfire danger. 🔦 OC residents who are SCE customers can sign up for outage alerts, and non-customers can also register for alerts if they live in areas like Anaheim or South OC. Before an outage, charge your devices, keep flashlights and backup batteries ready, make a family emergency plan, and know where your emergency supplies are. If someone in your household relies on power for medical devices or mobility needs, plan ahead for backup power or another safe location. Stay informed. Stay prepared. Sign up for outage alerts at sce.com/outagealerts. ✅

Preparedness starts with the people around you. 🤝 Take a few minutes to check in with older adults, people with disabilities, or neighbors who may need extra help during an emergency. Ask if they have supplies, a communication plan, and someone they can call if they need support. A connected neighborhood is a more prepared neighborhood. ✅

Preparedness is easier when the whole family learns together. ✅ Join us for Ready OC’s Family Preparedness Day and learn practical skills that can help your household be ready before disaster strikes. Families can learn how to build a communication plan, prepare an emergency kit, safely shut off utilities, use a fire extinguisher, and more. 📅 Saturday, August 1 ⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 📍 Fullerton Hunt Branch Library Learn more and register at ReadyOC.com/prepare

Would your family know what to do in an emergency? 🚨 Join us in Fullerton for Family Preparedness Day, a hands-on event designed to help families build confidence, learn practical safety skills, and get better prepared before disaster strikes. Bring the whole family, learn from local public safety professionals, and leave with tools you can use at home. Register now at ReadyOC.com/prepare #ReadyOC #Fullerton #OrangeCounty #FamilyPreparedness #EmergencyPreparedness #DisasterPreparedness #CommunitySafety

A safe beach day starts before you get in the water. 🏖️ Orange County beaches are a summer favorite, but conditions can change quickly. Before heading into the water, check posted signs, look for beach flags, and ask a lifeguard about current conditions. For a safer day, swim near a lifeguard, keep kids within sight, and stay aware of changing conditions. Awareness at the beach can help keep your day fun and safe. ✅

When an evacuation warning is issued, don’t wait until the last minute. 🔥 Gather your essentials, including medications, important documents, photos, chargers, and supplies for pets or family members who may need extra help. Leaving early can help keep you and your household safe. ✅ Learn more at ReadyOC.com/wildfires

Our new Summer Safety Social Media Toolkit is here! ☀️📲 This toolkit includes ready-to-share graphics, captions, and safety messages to help Orange County communities stay prepared all summer long. Use it to spread the word about emergency preparedness, summer safety, and simple steps everyone can take to stay ready. Download the toolkit and help keep OC prepared at readyoc.com/online-materials. ✅

Ready to help your family feel more prepared? 🚨 Ready OC’s Family Preparedness Day is coming up on Saturday, August 1 in Fullerton. Join Ready OC, Prepare OC, the Fullerton Police Department, Fullerton Fire Department, and Emergency Management for a hands-on event designed to help families learn simple safety skills before an emergency happens. From building an emergency kit to learning what to say to a 9-1-1 dispatcher, this is a great opportunity to make preparedness a family activity. Register at ReadyOC.com/prepare

Happy Fourth of July, OC! 🇺🇸☀️ Whether you're enjoying a parade, community event, beach day, or time with family and friends, take a few simple steps to keep the day fun and safe. Keep an eye on kids, choose a meeting spot in case your group gets separated, wear sunscreen, drink plenty of water, and give yourself extra time for crowds, traffic, and parking. Have a safe, fun, and happy Fourth of July! ✅

Fireworks may be part of the celebration, but safety should always come first.🎆 Before the festivities begin, make sure you have a plan in place to help prevent accidents and injuries. Know your surroundings, keep a safe distance from fireworks displays, and stay aware of local safety guidelines. A little preparation can help make your Fourth of July safer for everyone. #ReadyOC #NationalSafetyMonth #FourthOfJuly #FireworkSafety #BePrepared

Passports, insurance papers, medical records, and emergency contacts should be easy to access when you need them most. Store important documents in a safe, secure place, and consider digital backups too. Preparation starts before the emergency 📄🔒 #ReadyOC #BePrepared #EmergencyPreparedness #FamilyPreparedness #DisasterPreparedness #StayReady

June is National Safety Month, a reminder that being prepared also means staying safe on the road. 🚗🦺 Before you head out, take a few simple steps: check your route, keep your gas tank charged or filled, pack emergency supplies, and avoid distractions while driving. A little preparation can make a big difference when plans change unexpectedly. Stay alert. Drive safely. Be prepared. ✅ #ReadyOC #NationalSafetyMonth #RoadSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #TravelSafety #BePrepared #OrangeCounty

Happy first day of summer! ☀️🌴 As you enjoy beach days, road trips, outdoor events, and time with family, take a few minutes to prepare before you go. Pack extra water, stay aware of the weather, keep your phone charged, and make sure your household knows what to do in an emergency. A safe summer starts with a prepared plan. ✅ #ReadyOC #FirstDayOfSummer #SummerSafety #OrangeCounty #StayPrepared #EmergencyPreparedness #OCPrepared #ReadyForSummer #SafetyTips #FamilyPreparedness

As we recognize this important day in history, ReadyOC encourages everyone to stay connected, support one another, and continue building safer, stronger communities together. #ReadyOC #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #OrangeCounty #CommunityPreparedness #CommunitySafety #OCCommunity #StayConnected #StrongerTogether

When cell service is overloaded or unavailable during a wildfire, reaching your family may not be easy. 🔥📱 Make a communication plan before an emergency happens. Choose an out-of-area contact, share meeting locations, and make sure everyone in your household knows how to check in safely. The best time to plan is before it matters most. ✅ Learn more at ReadyOC.com/wildfires

🔥🌲That's a wrap on Wildfire Preparedness Month, but the work doesn't stop here. With summer just around the corner, wildfire season is only beginning in Orange County. Keep these steps top of mind all year long: ✅ Maintain defensible space around your home ✅ Keep your go-bag packed and ready ✅ Know your evacuation routes ✅ Sign up for alerts at AlertOC.com Preparedness isn't a one-month thing; it's a year-round habit. Stay ready, Orange County💙 #ReadyOC #WildfirePreparednessMonth #WildfireSeason #BePrepared #DefensibleSpace #GoBag #EvacuationPlan #AlertOC #OrangeCounty #PreparedNotScared #StayReady

To the first responders who helped keep Orange County safe, thank you. 🚒🚓❤️ Your teamwork, quick action, and dedication helped support our community when it was needed most. We appreciate the firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency response teams, CERT volunteers, Red Cross workers, and public safety partners who continue to serve Orange County. #ReadyOC#OrangeCounty #FirstResponders #ThankYouFirstResponders #OCFireAuthority #GardenGrovePD #CERT #RedCross #PublicSafety #EmergencyResponse #CommunitySafety #Preparedness

🚨 ALL EVACUATION ORDERS LIFTED 🚨 • All evacuation orders related to the Garden Grove hazardous materials incident have been lifted. • Unified Command, including Fire, Law Enforcement, EPA, and County Health, has confirmed: • ✅ No chemical leak • ✅ No threat of explosion • ✅ No threat of fire • ✅ No risk to the public Map Details: • Green shaded area: Repopulation area • Red line: Road closure on Western Avenue between Chapman Avenue and Garden Grove Boulevard • Red circle: Exclusion zone allowing hazardous materials teams to continue monitoring the tanks out of an abundance of caution • No residents are affected by the exclusion zone.