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Emergency Preparedness

In Case of Emergency Dial 9-1-1 Mariposa Co Sheriff . . . . . . . . . 209 966-3615 Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 966-3615 Mariposa County Emergency Information Hot Line . . . . . . . . 209 966-1133 Madera Co Sheriff . . . . . . . . . . 559 642-3201 Or . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559 675-7770

4) Disinfection of Water Strain water through a clean cloth to remove sediment or residue. Contaminated water may be purified by rapid- boiling or by adding drops of household chlorine bleach (5.25% Sodium Hypochlorite), using the following guidelines: One Quart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 drops One Gallon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16 drops 5 Gallons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2-1 teaspoon Do not use solutions which include any active ingredients other than Hypochlorite. Shake or stir water and solution thoroughly. Let stand 30 minutes before using. (A slight chlorine odor should be detectable in the water. If not, repeat dosage & let stand 15 additional minutes.)

• Turn off all gas supplies. • Close all doors and windows (including interior ones) both inside and out. • Close heavy drapes and remove light ones. • Connect all hose lines and garden hoses, initiate outside sprinkler systems. • Wet down exterior of premises if time permits.

2) How to Shut Off Gas Supply • Know where your gas supply shut off valve is located. Tank and cylinder valves must be turned to the right (in a clockwise direction) to stop the flow of gas. 3) How to Shut Off Electricity • Look closely at your circuit breaker box or fuse-type box. • Be certain that you will know how to turn off the electricity in an emergency by switching the main breaker from ON to OFF.

Mountain Area Residents: Most residents in the mountain areas are already aware of the fire dangers that threaten them during the summer season. Nonetheless, an emergency warning system will be put in place. The County Sheriff and Fire Departments have the primary responsibility in alerting and warning the general public, with assistance from the County Public Information Officers as deemed necessary. Alerting and warning of the general public may be accomplished via the Emergency Alert System, special broadcast through the National Weather Service on TV/ Radio/Cable and the Sheriff Department’s “Reverse 911” systems. Residents who need to evacuate their premises may be informed via the above systems, and also informed of the “place of safety” where they need to assemble. 1) How Can I Protect My Home From Wild Land Fire? • Have a minimum 100 ft clearance around your home.

5) Cooperate With Public Safety Efforts • Do not use your telephone during an area emergency except to report medical, fire or violent crime emergencies. • Keep streets and driveways clear for emergency vehicles. • Turn on your portable radio for information and damage reports. • Cooperate with Public Safety Officials. • Do not go into damaged areas unless your help is requested.

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