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PREVENT AND PROTECT

Dear Riverside Community,

In response to the ongoing wildfire emergencies in Southern California, the City of Riverside Fire Department has provided mutual aid to assist with the Eaton Fire in the Los Angeles County operational area. In the City of Riverside, the Fire Department has taken proactive steps to ensure the safety of our community. Due to the severe high winds and Red Flag Warning, the Fire Department has overstaffed additional fire apparatus to enhance our readiness for potential emergencies. We urge all members of our community to remain vigilant and safe during these Red Flag conditions. Please avoid outdoor activities that could spark fires, secure outdoor objects, and have an emergency plan in place.

Together, we can stay safe and protect our community.

For more information on wildfire safety and how to protect your property, please visit RiversideCA.gov/press/wildfire-protection and RiversideCA.gov/wildfire.

To sign up for emergency alerts, visit: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085614598/login

Please stay safe, and take care of yourself and those around you. 

Chief McKinster

KEEP IT CLEAN • KEEP IT CLEAR • KEEP INFORMED 

Wildfires pose a serious risk to Riverside’s neighborhoods, particularly in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) areas. Protect what matters most with these quick and effective steps.

1. Clear roofs, gutters, and yards of dead leaves, pine needles, and debris regularly.

Store firewood, propane tanks, and other flammable materials at least 30 feet away from your home.

2. Maintain at least 100 feet of defensible space around your property.

Remove dry plants, trim overgrown vegetation, and create spacing between trees and shrubs to slow fire spread.

3. Sign up for RiversideAlert and Alert RivCo to receive real-time emergency updates.

Update your contact information, including phone numbers, with Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) to stay connected.

Taking these simple steps today can protect your home, your loved ones, and the City of Riverside. Visit RiversideCA.gov/Wildfire and make wildfire preparedness your priority!