repost calfiresandiego #californiafirefighter - SMOKE SHE IS RISING 🔥 This remarkable footage was captured during the first day of the Chaparral Fire, southwest of Murrieta on August 28th, 2021. Although this video was captured in August during the summer, historically, late fall is the most severe time of year for wildfires in California. It’s not the time to lower your guard in wildfire preparation, the most destructive wildfires occur in the “BER” months. Here are 5️⃣ key steps Californians can take to prepare for wildfire.👇 👉 Stay Informed: Sign up for local emergency alerts and monitor fire weather warnings from local agencies. 👉 Prepare an Emergency Kit: Assemble a disaster kit with essentials like water, non-perishable food, medications, and important documents. 👉 Develop an Evacuation Plan: Create a family evacuation plan, know your evacuation routes, and identify a safe meeting location. 👉 Create a Home Inventory: Document your belongings with photos or videos in...