Woodside Fire Protection District

As the days get colder and we start turning on our furnaces, using our fireplaces and wood burning stoves, ensure that you keep you and your family safe by having them serviced and checking your smoke/co alarms. #WoodsideFire #WinterSafety

If you have a Christmas tree or put up lights, make sure your lights are in good condition. Use timers to ensure your lights get turned off every night. #WoodsideFire #HolidaySafety

With it being #blackfriday we wanted to share the details for our annual Toy Drive! Along with unwrapped gifts, we would greatly appreciate wrapping paper and gift decor. Thank you for your support! #toydrive2020

Join us on Saturday for a #WPVCERT update webinar! Go to www.WPV-CERT.org for more info!

Athough the Fire District is not directly affected by the most recent #redflagwarning, we encourage our residents to maintain caution and situational awareness. For more information go to www.weather.gov/bayarea

Are you prepared for the next Big One? Join the world’s largest earthquake drill tomorrow by signing up to participate at www.ShakeOut.org and find resources on how to be prepared before, during and after an earthquake. #GreatShakeOut2020 #WoodsideFire

Please be aware that the North Bay Mountains, East Bay Hills, and Santa Cruz Mountains will be under a FIRE WEATHER WATCH. It is expected that there will be north to northeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 30 to 40 mph. Higher peaks and ridges can expect gusts of 45 to 50 mph. The strongest winds are anticipated Wednesday evening into Thursday morning. As well humidity values during the daytime will drop as low as 10-20 percent. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings. #FireWeatherWatch #UseCaution #WoodsideFire

As we continue through #FirePreventionWeek, #WoodsideFire wants to remind its residents to always keep a lid nearby when cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan and turn off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it’s cool. #FPW2020 #ServeUpSafetyInTheKitchen

Did you know cooking is the #1 cause of home fires and home fire injuries?! Fire Prevention Week is here and the theme for 2020 is safety in the kitchen. #FirePreventionWeek #Firefighters #FireSafety #homesafety

A statewide #FlexAlert has been issued for today. Please help us by conserving energy between 3pm- 10pm. Go to flexalert.org for more info.

Never Forget Today we reflect on those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in serving the communities they love. Past, present and future firefighters have the privilege to serve. A firefighters dream is a poem we can all reflect on. #343 #neverforget #firefightersmemorial #woodsidefire_ca

#NationalPreparednessMonth Week 2: BUILD A KIT Ensureyour kit is stocked with essential items, including what is needed to protect you and your family from COVID-19.... Consider the unique needs of your family (example: families with infants should include formula, diapers & bottles). Have enough supplies for several days and store items in airtight containers. Help individuals with disabilitesprepare for disasters. Go to www.Ready.gov for more info, or download the FEMA app. #BeReady #BuildAKit

At 1415 today Woodside Fire along with Cal Fire, Palo Alto Fire and Menlo Park Fire responded to a smoke investigation East of Los Trancos in Portola Valley. Upon arrival crews had smoke with no visible flames. E8 made a quick fire attack and held the fire to a 40X60 area. The fire was located in Santa Clara county SRA and is currently under investigation.

It's #NationalPreparednessMonth! This week we encourage our residents to make and/or review their emergency plans. Go to www.ready.org for easy to follow checklists and guidelines.