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Wildfire in Los Angeles County: Over 40,000 told to evacuate, emergency declared
By Phil Helsel & Janelle Griffith
Fires explode across California, from wine country vineyards to Southern California subdivisions
By Phil Willon, Taryn Luna & Hannah Fry
Homes Burned, New Evacuations Ordered in California Wildfires
By Jan Wesner Childs & Ron Brackett
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Formerly TwitterCalifornia Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Cal_OES
With elevated fire weather around the corner, here’s an important reminder to prepare for an emergency.
Sign up for emergency alerts in your county so you can know when to evacuate, giving you life-saving moments before a disaster strikes.
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California Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Cal_OES
Utilizing a fleet of 270+ fire engines, @Cal_OES deploys these resources for all-hazard incidents, including wildfires. This #WildfireAwarenessMonth, take steps to ensure you and your loved ones are ready.
Have an emergency plan.
Build a go-bag.
Know mulitple evacuation routes. pic.twitter.com/l1sM2iYbtS
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NWS Sacramento
NWSSacramento
It's that time of year when we talk about wildfire prevention often. What can you do to prevent wildfires?
🔥Avoid using equipment that creates sparks
🏕️Be sure campfires are completely put out
🚗Make sure no vehicle parts drag on the ground
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NWS Sacramento
NWSSacramento
Locally elevated fire weather conditions will occur on Wednesday, May 15. Northerly winds of 10-15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph and minimum daytime humidity levels will be at 15-25%, mainly along the I-5 corridor and northern Sac Valley. #CAwx pic.twitter.com/5cIxFDe9no
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