Wildfire season is here. We encourage Californians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to take simple steps now to stay safe and ready.
Sign up for Alerts
Get local emergency alerts directly to your phone and email so you can act quickly if a wildfire happens near you.
Make a Plan
Talk to your family, housemates, and support team about where you will go, how you will get there, and who to contact during an emergency.
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- Prepare for Power Outages: Charge devices ahead of time and make a plan for medical equipment, refrigerated medications, or communications needs if the power goes out.
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- Pack a Go-Bag: Keep important items ready in one place, including medications, medical supplies, chargers, identification cars, important papers, snacks, water, and comfort items.
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- Make a Stay-Box: You may have to shelter in place during an emergency, even while the power is out. Prepare a box that includes basic supplies like food that won’t spoil, water, medications, and flashlight.
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Don’t Wait to Evacuate
If local officials tell you to leave the area, leave as early as possible. Evacuating early can give you more time and help reduce stress during an emergency. If you need support during evacuations or emergencies, contact your regional center.
Make sure you respond to your regional center’s Everbridge emergency notification texts and all phone calls. If they don’t hear from you, they assume the worst and everyone wants to make sure you are informed and safe.
Stay Connected
Stay informed through local emergency alerts, trusted news sources and community groups.
Preparing ahead of time can help you act more quickly when every minute matters. Check out these resources to stay ready and confident:
You can also visit Fire.ca.gov for updates and information about active wildfires in California.
Let’s be prepared and take care of one another this wildfire season.