The fairs, scheduled for October and November in some of the county’s most disaster-prone areas, will feature hands-on demonstrations, evacuation planning workshops and family-friendly activities
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath is extending National Preparedness Month into the fall with a series of community events aimed at helping residents prepare for wildfires, earthquakes, floods and other emergencies.
The fairs, scheduled for October and November in some of the county’s most disaster-prone areas, will feature hands-on demonstrations, evacuation planning workshops and family-friendly activities. County departments including the Office of Emergency Management, Fire Department and Department of Public Health will be on hand alongside local nonprofits to provide free resources and one-on-one guidance.
“Emergency preparedness is a way of life in the Third District,” Horvath said in a statement. “Whether you’ve mapped your evacuation route and packed a go-bag, or you’re just beginning to think about disaster planning, these fairs are for you. They’re a chance to connect with neighbors, build skills, and take simple but important steps to stay safe.”
The first event will take place Oct. 4 at the Topanga Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Additional fairs are scheduled for Nov. 1 at the Calabasas Community Center from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Nov. 16 at the Skirball Cultural Center from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Horvath’s district includes high-risk zones that have seen devastating wildfires, earthquakes and flooding in recent years. She said the events are intended to keep attention on preparedness beyond September, which is recognized nationally as Preparedness Month.
