UPDATE: Fairfield has re-issued a Red Flag Closure due to fire danger
The closures are due to current weather conditions posing high fire danger. Gusty winds up to 35 mph, and low humidity are expected.
May 22, 2022 until May 25, 2022
Location:
-Rockville Hills
-Regional Park
-Spyglass Open Space
-Serpas Ranch/Rolling Hills Open Space
Stay Safe!
Red Flag Closure due to fire danger- City of Fairfield announced:
May 18, 2022 until May 21, 2022
-Rockville Hills
-Regional Park
-Spyglass Open Space
-Serpas Ranch/Rolling Hills Open Space
Stay Safe!
February 7 2022 Mask Mandatory Lift
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Topic: Indoor Face Mask Mandatory Lift
On February 7th, 2022 the Governor Newsom announced that the face mask mandate will end on February 15th for those who are vaccinated. Individuals who are unvaccinated are required to wear the mask in all public settings, indoors and outdoors.
All people regardless of vaccination status are required to wear the masks in high-risk areas such as hospitals, nursing homes, and public transits.
Lifting the mask mandate does not currently apply to children in schools.
If you have any questions about the mask mandates please contact your local public health department. Local governments can impose their own mask mandates beyond the state’s announcements.
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Source:
https://abc7.com/ca-mask-mandate-california-gavin-newsom-indoor/11544606/
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Video: Ian signing the warning news.]
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Evacuation Warning for Santa Cruz Residents
Due to the rising level of the San Lorenzo River, Paradise Park CRZ-E081 and Felton Grove FEL-E008 are also under evacuation warning. Those who feel unsafe or need extra time, please consider making arrangements now.
Evacuation warnings issued for some parts of the Santa Cruz Mountains and North Coast including Boulder Creek, Ben Lomond, Felton, Santa Cruz and on the North Coast. This message is to alert residents that an evacuation may be necessary.
Zones have been updated for risk of debris flow areas, so residents are encouraged to look up their evacuation zone at https://community.zonehaven.com.
Debris flows are fast-moving masses of mud, rocks, boulders, trees and sometimes homes or vehicles. They move quickly and are often deadly to those in their path. The only way to avoid debris flows is to move to safety prior to any debris flow event.
For debris flow information, visit http://www.santacruzcountuy.us/FireRecovery/DebrisFlow.aspx.
If you live in the area please check the link for evacuation zone areas above.
Follow instructions from local officers, including for travel routes.
Wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes.
Take your emergency go-bag or disaster supply kit.
Lock your home.
Shut off water, gas and electricity if instructed to do so.
Let others know when you left and where you are going.
Make arrangements for pets and livestock, if necessary.
The weather forecast anticipates high winds and potential for downed trees and road closures. Residents should exercise caution when leaving their homes during the storm.
If you have an emergency, please call 911.
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BREAKING NEWS - Red Flag Warning Until 11 AM Thursday
The National Weather Service in San Francisco has issued a Red Flag Warning for dry offshore winds, which is in effect from 11 PM this evening to 11 AM PDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
AFFECTED AREA- Fire Weather Zone 507 North Bay Mountains focused on the Vaca and Mayacams ranges in Napa County and including the border area of Sonoma and Napa counties TIMING...11 PM Wednesday night to 11 AM Thursday morning. WINDS...North 15 - 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. IMPACTS… Any fire would likely see rapid spread due to dry fuels, low humidity and gusty winds in areas that did not receive wetting rains over the weekend
Instructions- A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now...or will shortly. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
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BREAKING NEWS - Red Flag Warning Until 8:00 PM Monday
The National Weather Service in San Francisco has issued a Red Flag Warning for dry offshore winds, which is in effect from 11 PM this evening to 8 PM PDT Monday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 507 North Bay Mountains and Fire Weather Zone 511 East Bay Hills and the Diablo Range. The Napa hills and East Bay hills that received less than a tenth of an inch of rain will be the areas of biggest concern.
TIMING...11 PM Sunday night to 8 PM Monday evening. Initial burst of gusty offshore winds overnight to mid morning Monday. Drier conditions but lighter winds Monday daytime. Offshore winds ease Monday night with continued poor humidity recovery.
Instructions: A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now...or will shortly. A combination of strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
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Source:
http://nixle.us/D4MGQ
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BREAKING NEWS - Wildfire Red Flag Warning:
There is a Red Flag Warning in effect from today, Sept 9th starting at 05:00 PM with an anticipated end on September 10th at 11:00 AM due to dry weather conditions and potential for lightning. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, and outdoor burning is not recommended.
East Bay Hills and interior valleys
North Bay mountains and valleys around Santa Rosa & Napa
ACTIONS YOU NEED TO DO:
Sign up for AC Alert, the County’s emergency notification service.
Leave your phone turned on so you can be alerted, even if you are sleeping.
Review your household’s evacuation zone at Zonehaven. Officials will use these zones they need to share evacuation instructions.
Put your go-bag by the front door.
Make sure to plan at least two routes away from your neighborhood.
For more information please go to www.weather.gov/mtr
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Source:
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgzGljlmKKzdnxRXvbmPrNdrdXpTg
2021-08-02 Newsflash: Mask Mandate Reinstated in Bay Area Amid COVID-19 Surge
2021-08-02 Newsflash: Mask Mandate Reinstated in Bay Area Amid COVID-19 Surge
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Today is August 2nd, 2021.
We want to share a new update about reinstating a mask mandate for all indoors starting tomorrow Tuesday August 3rd, 2021.
There have been increases with cases of COVID-19 and increased circulation of the highly contagious delta variant.
The following counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma and the City of Berkeley
Stay safe
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Source:
https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/bay-area-counties-announce-new-mask-mandate-to-reduce-covid-19-spread/2617599/
2021-07-16 Newsflash: Recommend Masking Indoors for Everyone as a Precaution Against Increased Circulation of COVID-19
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Today is July 16, 2021.
We want to share a new update about wearing masks indoors again. There have been increases with cases of COVID-19 and increased circulation of the highly transmissible Delta variant.
The following counties : Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Sonoma, and the City of Berkeley
now recommend that everyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear masks in public indoor places like grocery or retail stores, theaters, and family entertainment centers. Masks are encouraged even if individuals are fully vaccinated. Right now this recommendation is an extra precautionary measure for everyone. Bay Area public health officers from these counties will monitor cases, hospitalizations and share updates in the next few weeks.
Stay safe!
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Source:
https://covid19.sccgov.org/news-releases/pr-07-16-2021-bay-area-counties-recommend-masking-indoors-for-everyone
https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/delta-variant-most-bay-area-counties-recommend-face-masks-indoors-as-covid-cases-rise/2596455/
https://abc7news.com/bay-area-mask-recommendation-covid-masks-requirement-delta-variant-cases/10891802/
BREAKING NEWS - Excessive Heat Warning: Fairfield
BREAKING NEWS - Excessive Heat Warning: Fairfield
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There is an Excessive Heat Warning in effect from noon on Monday, May 31st until 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 1st.
WHAT: Hot conditions with afternoon highs in the upper 90s to 105 degrees.
WHERE: Fairfield area, the Delta region, Northern San Joaquin Valley, and adjacent foothills.
The hottest afternoons are forecast for Memorial Day (Monday) and Tuesday. Prepare for excessive heat.
IMPACTS:
Prolonged exposure to heat can cause heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Most vulnerable are children, the elderly, and those without air conditioning or chronic ailments.
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Source:
http://nixle.us/CRSJ4
05-21-21 NEWS FLASH: Wildfire Season Workshop
Announcement: Wildfire Season 2021
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Recently, we made a vlog announcing the start of Wildfire Season. One goal of our action plan is to share resources with the community.
We wanted to inform you of the upcoming virtual (online) workshops provided by the Santa Rosa City Fire Department. This virtual workshop series will take place over four days during the week of May 24 through 27. There will be ASL Interpreter and Live-Captioning available through Zoom.
We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to attend the workshops to be prepared as much as possible. Each workshop focuses on a different wildfire-related topic each day.
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Workshop #1 Historical and Scientific Wildfire Education
Monday May 24th, 2021 | 6 pm - 7 pm
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Workshop #2 Preparing Your Home/Property
Tuesday May 25th, 2021 | 12 pm - 1 pm
[Screen shows content: Zoom Link: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/91696054751]
Workshop #3a Our Shared Trauma Around Wildfires (English language only)
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 | 12 pm - 1 pm
[Screen shows content: Zoom Link: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/95174041035]
Workshop #3b Our Shared Trauma Around Wildfires (Spanish language only)
Wednesday May 26th, 2021 | 6 pm - 7 pm
[Screen shows content: Zoom Link: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/98536868041]
Workshop #4 Preparing for an Emergency
Thursday May 27th, 2021 | 6 pm - 7 pm
[Screen shows content: Zoom Link: https://srcity-org.zoom.us/j/91000582893]
Stay Safe!
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Source:
https://www.srcity.org/3558/Wildfire-Ready
5/17/21 NEWS FLASH | California Stays With June 15 to End Mask Mandate
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Today is May 17, 2021.
California health officials on Monday said the state won't follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's relaxed masked guidance but will stick to the June 15 target date set by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
California Public Health officials want to emphasize that regardless of vaccination status, masks must be worn in indoor settings, including on public transportation, and in our schools in California. The reason for June 15th is to allow more time for more Californians to get fully vaccinated. People who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 do not need to wear a mask outdoors unless they are attending crowded gatherings.
Many people are confused because of CDC’s recommendations that people who are fully vaccinated don’t have to wear masks in certain locations. Businesses such as Costco, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walmart have dropped masks but they must follow California’s state guidelines until after June 15th. We will keep you updated June 15th. Continue to mask up.
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Source:
https://abc7news.com/health/ca-to-ease-indoor-mask-guidelines-starting-june-15/10651067/
https://covid19.ca.gov/masks-and-ppe/#Face-coverings-Guidance
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BREAKING NEWS - Wildfire Red Flag Warning:
There is a Red Flag Warning in effect from 11 p.m. Friday until 6 p.m. Monday for parts of the Bay Area this weekend:
- North Bay hills around Santa Rosa & Napa
- East Bay hills around Walnut Creek & Livermore
- East Bay interior valleys
Due to forecasted dry, hot winds this weekend as temps expected to reach at least 90 degrees. Also, firefighters have already been putting out fires in the greater Bay Area region.
ACTIONS YOU NEED TO DO:
- Avoid activities with open flames (such as bonfire, barbecuing, grilling)
- If smoking, properly discard cigarettes
- Keep your vehicle or anything hot off the dry grass
- Call 911 immediately if you see fire and smoke starting up
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Source:
https://nixle.us/CQC9S
https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/red-flag-warning-issued-for-parts-of-the-bay-area-this-weekend/2539219/
https://abc7news.com/weather/high-fire-danger-for-mothers-day-weekend/10593924/
BREAKING NEWS - Wildfire Red Flag Warning:
There is a Red Flag Warning in effect from today through 5 P.M. Tuesday, May 4th for the following locations:
- Antioch
- Concord
- Fairfield
- Pittsburg
Due to forecasted dry, hot winds out of Solano County and temps expected to reach at least 90 degrees. Also, firefighters have been putting out fires in the Bay Area region.
ACTIONS YOU NEED TO DO:
- Avoid activities with open flames (such as bonfire, barbecuing, grilling)
- If smoking, properly discard cigarettes
- Keep your vehicle or anything hot off the dry grass
- Call 911 immediately if you see fire and smoke starting up
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Source: https://abc7news.com/weather/bay-area-faces-heightened-fire-danger-with-red-flag-warning/10570065/
News Flash: Vaccinations at Lighthouse for the Blind
News Flash: Vaccinations at Lighthouse for the Blind
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The San Francisco Department of Public Health (DPH) and Mayor’s Office on Disability (MOD) are working to ensure vaccination appointments are accessible and available to people with disabilities. The goal is to make sure that every person with a disability has opportunities to be vaccinated.
The San Francisco Vaccine Call Center at 628-652-2700 is available to any person with a disability to assist with information on vaccine availability and help with appointment scheduling.
Upcoming Live In-Person ASL interpretation to be provided:
Where:
Lighthouse for the Blind Vaccination Clinic
1155 Market St., San Francisco
When: Friday, April 30, 2021 and Friday May 7, 2021
Clarification: ASL Interpretation is provided remotely (VRI) on other clinic days.
Make a Reservation: through the Vaccine Call Center 628-652-2700.
Lighthouse for the Blind provides dedicated services for the people with blindness/low vision, and the vaccine clinic welcomes all people with disabilities and their caregivers.
Links to high volume vaccine sites in San Francisco that provide remote video ASL interpreting include:
• Moscone Center
• SF Market
• City College.
Stay Safe.
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Vaccine Supersite Interview | Byung Lim
Interview with Byung Lim
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(The interviewer starts with an introduction)
Ian: Hi. I would like to introduce Byung Lim. He will be talking about his experience related to vaccination recently. Welcome, how are you?
Byung: Great! Going well!
Ian: Great! The first question is what was your experience with the vaccine from the beginning to the end?
Byung: My situation was very unique. Usually, I see friends, teachers, or partners in individuals when they visit. I went with my entire family in one car. I never saw that similar experience being mentioned by others.
My family and I were discussing how to arrange the visit. When my dad got approved to get the vaccines, we joined along. We all were unsure which time to choose, 3:30p, 3:45p, or 4:00p. We went ahead and decided to go together at 4:00pm to see if we would be approved to go together at the same time. On the same day we got approved, all of us. I started to look up on the super site website for information on attending as a family but there was no bit of instruction. We went ahead and carpooled then headed out to the coliseum in Oakland. Getting there was very easy, smooth. We showed our IDs. We were supposed to use QR code but we never got it, used our IDs instead to match whatever it is in the system. Everything matched on the iPAD and we were then instructed to drive forward.
At first they offered us an ASL interpreter but then my dad said he was willing to interpret. We all agreed to let dad interpret. As we drove down the lane, following the orange cones that guided us toward several armies, they dressed like one, or maybe they were from FEMA. They ordered us to stop the car then instructed us to go to the booths labeled with numbers. When we got to one of them, we started discussing where and how to park the car because we all planned to get the vaccines in our left arms. My mother was sitting in the passenger seat. I was sitting in the backseat. We all were figuring out how to do t
04-16-2021 News Flash: Vaccination Eligibility Extended and Pop-up Vaccination Sites
News Flash: Vaccination Eligibility Extended and Pop-up Vaccination Sites
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The wait is over! As of April 15, anyone who is 16 years old (for Pfizer) / 18 years old (for Moderna) and older can now get their vaccination shots in California.
More vaccination sites are available all over the state for either drive-thru and walk-up appointments.
There are several ways to get your vaccination:
- Register through MyTurn website (myturn.ca.gov).
- Use vaccinefinder.org to find a local site near you.
- Check with your medical provider/insurance to see if they offer vaccination to its members.
However, there are some “pop-up” vaccination sites that are not listed but can be found through your local news, community groups, or social media.
You can check your county for more information:
https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2021/02/11/san-francisco-covid-19-vaccine-resources/
Here is an example of a pop-up vaccination site in Oakland for this weekend, April 16-19th:
Location: Acts Full Gospel Church
Address: 1034 66th Avenue, Oakland California 94621
Hours of Operations: This weekend starting today April 16 through Monday, April 19th. The hours will be from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Kind of vaccine: Pfizer vaccinations
Drive-Thru or Walk-Up: Park and walk-up
This site ACCEPTS walk-ins! If you haven’t made an appointment, go ahead! Be sure to follow the signs for parking and where to wait in line. Always bring your government ID.
Please note that the pop-up vacation sites do not provide ASL interpreters, please bring paper & pen or use your phone to communicate with them.
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Source:
https://www.facebook.com/ActsFullGospel/posts/4021671201204400
https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2021/02/11/san-francisco-covid-19-vaccine-resources/
Virtual Drive Thru with Stanley Matsomuto - Vaccine Supersite Experience
Virtual Drive Thru with Stanley Matsomuto - Vaccine Supersite Experience
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Stanley Matsomuto: As you approach the exit for the supersite, make sure you stay on the right side of the highway once you notice the long line of cars. Carefulyl merge as there are other drivers trying to enter the highway as well. If you try to cut ahead, beware of the long line and you’ll be blocking the traffic.
Stanley: As you can see, the driver ends up blocking the traffic and the other drivers behind are frustrated. Make sure you merge into the exit lane early in the back as possible. I’m taking the Zhone Way / 66th Ave exit. You can see the exit sign.
Stanley: As you enter the site, the lanes will merge into one lane. It’s pretty effective!
Stanley: I’ve informed them I’m deaf. They just placed a card on my windshield saying I need American Sign Language access.
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[SCENE: Instruction being given through ASL interpreter and taking the vaccine]
Stanley: After taking your vaccine, you’ll be directed to the observation area for 15 minutes to make sure you don’t show any signs of side effects. If you do, turn on your hazard lights or beep your horn and the medical staff will come to you. They placed a note with the time of the vaccine so they can track you for 15 minutes. I’ve got my vaccine card, yay! Good luck to all of you!
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