Wildfires have sparked a state of emergency in the California counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Santa Barbara and Ventura. At least 12 wildfires, fanned by raging desert winds, have burned more than 100,000 acres in San Diego County and caused more than 250,000 people to flee their homes. Gusting Santa Ana winds, high temperatures and low humidity are making efforts to control the fires difficult.

• If advised to evacuate, do so immediately. You may have only minutes to act.
• If trapped in a wildfire - You cannot outrun a fire. Crouch in a pond or river. Cover head and upper body with wet clothing. If water is not around, look for shelter in a cleared area or among a bed of rocks. Lie flat and cover body with wet clothing or soil. Breathe the air close to the ground through a wet cloth to avoid scorching lungs or inhaling smoke.

Free Crisis Counseling Help Line —
We have established a free CRISIS COUNSELING HELP LINE to assist individuals trying to cope with the emotional affects of the wildfires:

1-866-342-6892

The toll free telephone Help Line is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week while help is needed. This Help Line is available to the general public as well as to our clients and members.