Cancelled: Red Flag Warning for the Berkeley hills: July 18, 5pm to July 19, 5pm

Berkeley, California (Saturday, July 17, 2021) - Update: July 19, 7:30am: This Red Flag Warning has been cancelled by the National Weather Service.

Hills residents should prepare for high fire danger starting at 5pm on Sunday, July 18 by signing up for alerts, reviewing evacuation routes, packing or refreshing "go bags," and parking off street when possible.

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the East Bay Hills from 5pm Sunday, July 18 through 5pm Monday, July 19.

Fires that start during Red Flag Warnings can spread rapidly due to high winds and dry vegetation. Take these steps to prepare:

• Sign up for AC Alert, the City'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 community.zonehaven.com. Officials will use these zones to share evacuation instructions, if necessary.

• Put your go-bag by the front door.

• Make sure to plan at least two routes away from your neighborhood. During an evacuation you may not be able to drive, so consider using the network of Berkeley Path Wanderers paths in your evacuation plans.

• Park off-street. Back your car into your driveway or garage, leaving streets clear for emergency vehicles.

See cityofberkeley.info/wildfire for evacuation information and download our printable evacuation checklist.

Please also help to prevent fires. Use extreme caution when operating BBQs, power equipment, or other heat sources such as idling cars. Remember that fireworks are always completely forbidden in Berkeley and surrounding areas.

Take these steps to prepare and keep your household safe during this Red Flag Warning.

Links

• Wildfire evacuation webpage
• Evacuation checklist: PDF | MS Word (large print and screen reader accessible)
• Prepare your family (CalFire): Resources targeted to specific needs for seniors, people with disabilities, and families with young children
• Información y recursos en Español (CalFire)