Another round of winter weather is forecasted to make its way across California with the potential for heavy rain that could increase the risk of flooding and debris and mud flows. Actively working to keep communities safe, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has strategically prepositioned critical resources to respond to any threats near recent burn scar areas in Southern California and across California.
The National Weather Service has forecasted a cold weather system will pass through the region Tuesday through Friday. Strong winds and heavy rainfall at lower elevations are possible. Additionally, an increased risk of thunderstorms and mountain snowfall are forecasted as well.
Prepositioned resources include:
Los Angeles County:
- 7 OES Engines
- 11 Local Government Engines
- 4 Local Government Crews
- 4 Local Government Dozers
- 1 Local Government Loader
- 3 Local Government Helicopters with crew
- 3 Local Government Dispatchers
- 2 Local Government Swift Water Rescue Team
- 6 Local Government US&R Team Heavy
- 6 Local Government Rescue Swimmers
- 1 Local Government Regional Task Force
Orange County:
- 5 OES Engines
- 1 Local Government Crew
- 1 Local Government Dozer
- 1 Local Government Helicopter with crew
- 2 Local Government Dispatchers
- 2 Local Government Swift Water Rescue Teams
- 2 Local Government Rescue Swimmers
- 1 Local Government AHIMT
Ventura County:
- 4 Local Government Crews
- 1 Local Government Dozer
- 1 Local Government Loader
- 1 Local Government Excavator
- 2 Local Government Helicopters with crew
- 1 Local Government Dispatcher
- 1 Local Government Swift Water Rescue Team
- 2 Local Government Overhead
Lake County:
- 5 Local Government Engines
- 1 Local Government Overhead
Napa County:
- 5 Local Government Engines
- 1 Local Government Overhead
Colusa County:
- 4 Local Government Engines
Glenn County:
- 5 Local Government Engines
- 3 Local Government Overhead
El Dorado County:
- 6 Local Government Engines
- 1 Local Government Swift Water Rescue Team
- 3 Local Government Overhead
Nevada County:
- 6 Local Government Engines
- 7 Local Government Overhead
San Bernardino County:
- 4 OES Engines
- 1 Local Government Engine
- 1 Local Government Crew
- 1 Local Government Dozer
- 1 Local Government Dispatcher
- 2 Local Government Overhead
- 1 Local Government Swift Water Rescue Team
- 1 Local Government US&R Team Heavy
Cal OES encourages residents to reduce injury risks from falling limbs and trees by staying inside, not driving through flooded roadways and preparing in advance for power outages.
Residents in the affected counties are urged to stay informed and listen to local authorities about actions they should take including evacuation orders or safety recommendations. In burn scar areas, officials recommend preparing for possible sudden debris flows by having a go-bag packed and knowing evacuation routes.
Go to ready.ca.gov for tips to prepare for the incoming storm.