As wildfires continue to spread across California, the city has decided to host a series of webinars and trainings to help promote fire safety during National Preparedness Month. Here is a list of the upcoming events:
September 9 at 10:30am & September 23 at 3:30pm:
Virtual Home Wildfire Hardening Seminar
Learn simple and inexpensive ways to harden your home, including removing flying embers, well before a wildfire breaks out. Register here: malibusafety.eventbrite.com
September 11 from 9am-12pm:
Spanish Language Emergency Preparedness Training | Malibu Labor Exchange parking lot at 23595 Civic Center Way
Learn how to prepare for a natural disaster and be proactive against extreme heat. Receive a free hand-cranked radio and first aid kit as well. Register here: themalibufoundation.org
September 13 at 6pm & September 16 at 10am:
Virtual Training Session for Seniors and At-Risk Adults on Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) – Southern California Edison’s Intentional Blackout Program
Learn how to properly prepare for and respond to intentional blackouts. Certain eligible participants can receive a free back up battery by completing a quiz, training and providing a copy of their photo ID (limit one per household, while supplies last) Register here: malibusafety.eventbrite.com
September 15 at 6pm:
Virtual Firescaping Workshop
Learn landscape and irrigation techniques to safeguard your home from wildfires while reducing water use. Register here: https://westbasin.org/
September 23 at 6pm:
Virtual Annual Community Fire Season Briefing
Listen to LA County Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Drew Smith, a fire behavior analyst. The meeting can be viewed live or later on-demand, and questions can be submitted in advance or during the meeting. There’s a limit of 100 participants. Register here: malibusafety.eventbrite.com
October 2 from 10am-1pm:
In-person Public Safety Expo | Outside City Hall at 23825 Stuart Ranch Road
Attend presentations, ask experts questions, find volunteer opportunities, and learn about emergency preparedness services and products. Register for the events and classes online: malibusafety.eventbrite.com.
It’s important to be aware of the proper fire safety precautions and efforts in order to keep you, your family, and your home safe! Learn more about the month-long events here: malibucity.org/prepmonth
