With wintry weather in the forecast, Los Angeles County fire officials today reminded residents of the potential dangers of mud and debris flows.
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Residents of areas recently affected by wildfires should be especially cautious, fire officials said.
They urged residents to:
- monitor news reports for weather conditions and possible flooding.
- identify items to take if an evacuation is ordered.
- plan alternate routes for evacuation and be prepared to leave immediately in the event of an order.
- have enough food and water on hand for three days.
- keep a radio and flashlight with fresh batteries in an emergency kit.
- acquire needed sandbags and instructional materials at a local fire station.
Residents outside post-burn areas shouldn’t underestimate the power of storm-debris flows and should stay away from flood control channels, catch basins and natural waterways subject to flooding, officials said.
More information on flood safety is available at http://fire.lacounty.gov.
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