Sen. Scott Wilk (R-Santa Clarita) is urging residents to prepare an emergency evacuation plan as the Line Fire, Bridge Fire, and several other wildfires continue to pose a serious threat to High Desert and foothill communities.
“Wildfires move quickly and can overwhelm neighborhoods in the blink of an eye. If you’re not prepared yet, get prepared now,” said Senator Wilk. “I’m incredibly grateful for our brave firefighters and first responders working around the clock. If they tell you to leave, don’t hesitate—leave. I’ll keep sharing updates, resources, and other vital information as it comes in.”
Residents are encouraged to follow Senator Wilk on social media at @ScottWilkCA for updates.
Senator Wilk outlined several steps for wildfire preparedness:
– **Get Ready:** Create and maintain defensible space, and harden your home against embers.
– **Get Set:** Prepare your family and home in case there is a need to evacuate. Make sure you have a plan for what to take with you and where to go.
– **Be Ready to GO:** When a wildfire strikes, leave immediately to ensure your safety.
Additional resources can be found at readyforwildfire.org.
For localized fire resources:
– LA County: ready.lacounty.gov/fire
– San Bernardino County: sbcfire.org/readysetgofire
– Air quality forecasts: aqmd.gov/home/air-quality/air-quality-forecasts
The following animal shelters are open in the Antelope Valley for evacuees of the Bridge Fire:
**Small Animal Shelters:**
– Lancaster Animal Care Center, 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536
– Palmdale Animal Care Center, 38550 Sierra Hwy, Lancaster, CA 93534
**Large Animal Shelters:**
– Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536
For evacuees of the Line Fire in the High Desert:
– San Bernardino County Fairgrounds (Building 6), 14800 7th Street Victorville
– Hesperia Lake Equestrian Center (open to all fire evacuees with equine/livestock), 7500 Arrowhead Lake Road, Hesperia
