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City staff, sheriff’s commander outline wildfire readiness as wind events continue; officials urge individual preparedness
Summary
City staff and a sheriff's commander updated the council on response to recent wind events and power shutoffs; they highlighted water system operations, patrol staffing to guard against arson, and urged residents to prepare and evacuate when necessary.
City staff and public-safety officials briefed the Thousand Oaks City Council and members of the public on Jan. 14 about the city’s response to recent wind events, Southern California Edison power shutoffs and wildfire risks.
“Beyond our amazing firefighters and police officers, the city of Thousand Oaks employees are all disaster service workers,” Mister Powers (staff member) said, describing the city’s emergency posture during recent wind events and the work of crews to keep water tanks full and clear roadways for emergency response. “The loss of power due to Southern California…
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