“This is a plea to everyone: Please develop a wildfire preparedness plan that includes evacuation routes, gathering areas, animal arrangements, and family communication plans,” Cal Fire Chief Joe Tyler said Wednesday. said in an update on the state's emergency plan. “Listen to law enforcement and firefighters for evacuation warnings and instructions. Prepare to protect your home from an advancing wildfire and prepare your home by fortifying your home and utilizing defensible space. let's.”
Forecasters say lightning strikes in the Sierra Nevada this weekend could start fires from dry fuel.
Meanwhile, the California Department of Emergency Services activated its heat emergency response plan, opened cooling centers and increased safety protections for outdoor workers.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law this month that requires California school districts, charter schools and private schools with existing health classes to teach high school students about the risks associated with fentanyl. This course will be introduced in 2026 and will be required for graduation.
San Diego Assemblyman David Alvarez authored the bill. He said the aim was to dispel misinformation and encourage informed decision-making among students.
“We never want social media and other misinformation outlets to become the information center for young people,” Alvarez said.
