With seasonal rain soon to resume, CAL FIRE and the Riverside County
Fire Department are encouraging local residents to take the precautions necessary to protect
themselves from injury and their property from storm damage.
Click here for during
and after a flood guidelines
TURN AROUND DON'T DROWN
Except for heat related fatalities, more deaths occur from flooding than any other
hazard. Why?
Most people fail to realize the power of water. For example, six inches of fast-moving flood
water can knock you off your feet.
Whether you are driving or walking, if you come to a flooded road,
Turn Around Don’t Drown . You will not know the depth of the water nor will you know the condition of the road
under the water.
PREPARED? INFORMED?
We recommend these links to help you stay informed and prepared.
February 28, 2010
Fires: 1,989
Medical Aids: 15,849
Haz Mats/FMS*: 352
Misc (PSA**/Other): 999
2010 YTD Total: 19,189
2009 YTD Total: 18,433
As of February 28, 2010
Riverside County incidents
have increased 4.10%
from last year.
*Fire Menace Standby
**Public Service Assist
Except for heat related fatalities, more deaths occur from flooding than any other
hazard. Why?
What you must know before your
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