Tag archives: go bag
Packed & Prepared: Complimentary Evacuation Go-Bags to Local Residents
When disaster is on your doorstep, it is too late to decide what belongings to take with you. The only decision left to make is to leave immediately. As firefighters, we plan, train, and prepare constantly for the gamut of hazardous scenarios we are likely to encounter on the job. A key part of our […]
Drift Smoke Triggers Wildfire Memories & Prompts Preparation: Here’s How to Prepare
Our blue skies and summer sunshine have been mired by smoky, ashy conditions caused by the Gifford Fire burning in northeastern Santa Barbara County. While the fire is a considerable distance from Montecito, the smoky skies trigger visceral memories and even fear for many community members who have lived through wildfires here. We are in […]
