Message from Mayor Cameron Smyth – Help Prevent Dangerous Brush Fires
If you’ve lived in Santa Clarita for more than five years the chances are pretty good that at one point or another – you know someone, or you yourself have been forced to evacuate because of a brush fire. The last few years have seen extremely dangerous wildfires such as the Sand Fire, Rye Fire, Tick Fire and most recently, the Soledad Fire.
Let these fires serve as a reminder to update your emergency kit and review your evacuation plan. If you need help getting started, please review the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s Ready Set Go, safety plan at fire.lacounty.gov/rsg. This site goes over the basics of how to be prepared for wildfires. Be “Ready” for a fire by creating and maintaining defensible space around your home. Get ”Set” by preparing your family and home for the possibility of evacuation with a list of things to take and what emergencies supplies you should have on hand. Then “Go,” grab the things you need and get to safety. By leaving immediately when evacuations are ordered you have the best chance of surviving a wildfire and ensuring that the roads in your neighborhood are free of congestion so firefighters can get in and do their job.
You can further help out our brave men and women of the Los Angeles County Fire Department, by doing your part to ensure a fire never gets sparked. Do not light a campfire or bon fire, except in designated areas cleared of vegetation and ringed by stones, don’t throw cigarettes out the car window, never use fireworks (they are all illegal in Santa Clarita) and be cautious with yard maintenance tools that can throw sparks or overheat. The best time to work in yard or do landscaping is in the early morning when vegetation is still moist.
Our beautiful City is surrounded by expanses of natural open space that turn golden and dry during these hot summer months. Make sure you follow these tips to keep our environment and our neighborhoods, safe from brush fires and as always, we thank our fire fighters for their dedication to protecting our community.
ADVERTISE WITH US
Travel the World in 2024 with “Celebrate” Journey to New Destinations Monthly at the Canyon Country Community Center
There is so much to learn from different customs and cultures and you don’t need a plane ticket to experience it all. The Celebrate event series is back for its anticipated third year and offers insights into unique destinations from around the world. Every...
Monthly Message from Mayor Cameron Smyth Buckle up for the 2024 Cowboy Festival!
The aroma of savory barbecue wafting through the air, the joy of line dancing with friends and the chance to travel back in time to the Wild West are all experiences that make the City of Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival so unique. April 20 marks the return of...
Monthly Message from City Manager Ken Striplin Skyline Ranch Park – Welcoming the City’s 38th Park!
Feel the breeze and take in the sweeping views at the City’s 38th park, Skyline Ranch Park, a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Opening to the public on Saturday, April 6, Skyline Ranch Park, located at 18355 Skyline Ranch Road, will provide...
ABOUT THE MAGAZINE
Santa Clarita Magazine has set a high standard for excellence in advertising for over 34 years. A family owned and operated business, Santa Clarita Magazine has grown with the Santa Clarita Valley since 1990 and become the #1 place to advertise locally.
FOLLOW US
SANTA CLARITA MAGAZINE
PO Box 801570
Valencia Ca 91380
For Advertising information
Call or Text: 1 (661) 294-4444