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Get Ready to ShakeOut: October 15 

You could be anywhere when an earthquake strikes: at home, at work, at school, or even on vacation. Are you prepared to survive and to recover quickly? Great ShakeOut earthquake drills are an opportunity to practice how to be safer during earthquakes.

On October 15 at 10:15 a.m. everyone is encouraged to participate in the “Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill."

Instructions 

At 10:15 a.m. everyone is encouraged to:

DROP to the ground (before the earthquake drops you!)
Take COVER by getting under a sturdy desk or table, and
HOLD ON to it until the shaking stops.

If you are inside a building, move no more than a few steps, then Drop, Cover and Hold On. Stay indoors till the shaking stops and you are sure it is safe to exit. In most buildings, you are safer if you stay where you are until the shaking stops.

If you are outdoors when the shaking starts, find a clear spot away from buildings, trees, streetlights, and power lines, then Drop, Cover and Hold On. Stay there until the shaking stops.

If you are driving, pull over to a clear location, stop and stay there with your seatbelt fastened until the shaking stops. Once the shaking stops, proceed with caution and avoid bridges or ramps that might have been damaged.

For more ShakeOut resources, please click here.

In recognition of September as National Preparedness Month, the City of Fontana will be providing preparedness resources for residents and businesses all month long. The City will be sharing preparedness tips and videos throughout the month across its social media channels. There will also be opportunities for participants to win prizes.

Each week will feature a preparedness tip:

Week One: Make a Plan. Sign up for alerts like the City’s CodeRED notification system. Get together with your family to come up with an emergency plan. Post a photo or video of your plan on the City's Twitter/Facebook/Instagram with hashtag #readyfontana and #nationalpreparednessmonth

Week Two: Build a Kit. Prepare your family by creating an emergency kit or go bag for at least three days. View the Emergency Kit Checklist here.

Week Three: Prepare for Disasters. Limit the impacts that disasters have on you and your family. Know the risk of disasters in your area and learn how to make your home stronger in the face of storms and other common hazards.

Week Four: Teach Youth About Preparedness. Talk to your kids about preparing for emergencies and what to do in case you are separated. Reassure them by providing information about how they can get involved.

Are you prepared? Click here for 4 safety preparedness tips for any disaster.

When the temperature exceeds 100 F, the City of Fontana activates its cooling center at the Fontana Community Senior Center (16710 Ceres Ave.) and Heritage Neighborhood Center (7350 W. Liberty Pkwy). Hours are from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (times may vary depending upon temperature). Please wear a face covering and remain 6 feet apart when visiting. 

For more information, please click here. 

Beat the Heat

Summer months bring fun, sun, and heat. However, it is crucial to stay safe in high heat, especially for children, pets, those who work outside, and those with certain health conditions. Stay cool and beat the heat by following these tips:

• Cool off at the City's cooling centers (Senior Center and Heritage Center) from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Cooling centers are activated when temperatures reach and exceed 100 degrees
• Limit outdoor activities
• Drink plenty of water
• Wear light clothing
• Wear sunscreen
• Work outdoors early or very late in the day