California Wildfires – November 17, 2008
CA Wildfires: Map of Triangle Complex Fire 11.17.08
November 17, 2008
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CA Wildfires: Audio Report from the Sylmar Shelter
November 17, 2008California Wildfires – November 17, 2008
Listen to the Audio:Tracey Kiest Reports on the effect of the Oakridge fires on the residents.
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CA Wildfires: Audio Report from the Oakridge Mobile Home Park
November 17, 2008California Wildfires – November 17, 2008
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Gene Dailey reports on the damage.
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Wildfire Safety Checklist
November 17, 2008
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CA Wildfires: Audio Report from the Sylmar Shelter
November 17, 2008California Wildfires – November 17, 2008
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Tracey Kiest reports from the Sylmar Shelter in Los Angeles. Kiest reports on the Oakridge Mobile Home Park where 500 homes were destroyed by the wildfires.
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CA Wildfires: Orange County Press Release 11.17.08
November 17, 2008CA Wildfires – November 17, 2008
OC Red Cross Closing Two Shelters, Brea Community Center Shelter Remains Open
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The American Red Cross of Orange County is closing two of its three shelters because of a significant decrease in the number of shelter residents.
The following shelter remains open
- Brea Community Center, 695 Madison Avenue, Brea, CA 9282 (Corner of Madison and Randolph)
Again, the shelters at Katella and Valencia High Schools are closing and evacuees should go to the Brea Community Center instead.
Since Saturday, Red Cross shelters in Orange County have registered 893 people, provided 192 evacuees with overnight stays and served more than 1,125 meals. As of Monday morning, 118 volunteers and 37 partner agency staff have assisted with the Red Cross response.
In addition, a call center has been established at (714) 384-0884 to assist those affected by the fire as well as those who want to help. The call center will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Additional Resources:
- Orange County Red Cross Website
- Orange County Red Cross Media Line: (714) 384-0760
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CA Wildfires: Shelter Location Information 11.17.08
November 17, 2008California Wildfires – November 17, 2008
Site and Shelter location information is subject to change without notice. Please check call 1-866-GET-INFO to confirm this information.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
- Chatsworth High School, 10027 Lurline Avenue, Chatsworth, CA
- Kennedy High School, 11254 Gothic Avenue, Granada Hills, CA
- San Fernando High School, 11133 O’Melveny Avenue, San Fernando, CA
- Sylmar High School, 13050 Borden Avenue, Sylmar, CA
ORANGE COUNTY
- Brea Community Center, 695 East Madison, Brea, CA
- Katella High School, 2200 East Wagner Avenue, Anaheim, CA (Updated 11.17.08 1:25pm EST)
- Valencia High School, 500 North Bradford Avenue, Placentia, CA (Updated 11.17.08 1:25pm EST)
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CA Wildfires: Katella High School Shelter Photos 11.16.08
November 16, 2008California Wildfires – November 2008
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CA Wildfires: Google Map of Sayre Fire Shelters
November 16, 2008California Wildfires – November 2008
Site and Shelter location information is subject to change without notice. Please check with your local chapter or call 1-866-GET-INFO to confirm this information.
This map shows the locations of shelters in the location of the Sayre Fire:
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CA Wildfires: Orange County Press Release 11.16.08
November 16, 2008California Wildfires – November 2008
Site and Shelter location information is subject to change without notice. Please check with your local chapter or call 1-866-GET-INFO to confirm this information.
Red Cross Maintaining Three Orange County Shelters
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The American Red Cross of Orange County continues to serve and assist victims of the Triange Complex Fire. The shelters are located at:
- Valencia High School, 500 North Bradford, Placentia, CA 92870, (Located on Bradford between Chapman Ave. and Ruby)
- Brea Community Center, 695 Madison Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 (Corner of Madison and Randolph)
- Katella High School, 2200 E Wagner Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806 (on Wagner Ave. east of State College)
Additional American Red Cross shelters nearby:
- Diamond Bar High School, 2140 E. Pathfinder Rd., Diamond Bar, CA
- Ayala High School, 14255 Peyton Drive, Chino Hills, CA
Though the Red Cross will provide a safe place to stay, food and clothing, evacuees are encouraged to bring essential items, such as medication, and any items that will assist with their comfort (teddy bears, pictures, special pillows, etc).
Also, the American Red Cross of Orange County has opened its call center to assist residents and those affected by the Triangle Complex Fire. The phone number is 714-384-0884. The hotline will be open from 8:00AM to 8:00 PM. Callers will be given information regarding donations, volunteering, and establishing contact with loved ones affected by the fires.
The American Red Cross has established a Safe and Well list that allows evacuees to let loved ones know their status. All evacuees are encouraged to register as “safe and well” by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visiting www.redcross.org.
Animal Information:
- Small Animals: Orange County Animal Shelter. 561 The City Drive. Orange, CA 92868 (next to 22 freeway)
- Large Animals: Huntington Beach Equestrian Center at 18381 Goldenwest St. in Huntington Beach.
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