Merced County Office of Emergency Services

Excessive Heat Warning For Memorial Day-5/31 and Tuesday 6/1. High temperatures kill hundreds of people every year. Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet more than 700 people die from extreme heat every year in the United States. Take measures to stay cool, remain hydrated, and keep informed. Getting too hot can make you sick. You can become ill from the heat if your body can’t compensate for it and properly cool you off. ... Everyone should take these steps to prevent heat-related illnesses, injuries, and death during hot weather: -Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as you can. -Drink plenty of fluids even if you don’t feel thirsty. -Schedule outdoor activities carefully. -Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen. -Pace yourself. -Take cool showers or baths to cool down. -Check on a friend or neighbor and have someone do the same for you. -Never leave children or pets in cars. -Check the local news for health and safety updates.

On May 10, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom significantly expanded his April 21 drought emergency proclamation that included Merced County. The entire state of California is either in a drought or facing abnormally dry conditions, requiring swift action to conserve water, even in places that have not restricted use yet. Collective actions on the individual level can help reduce excess water waste as officials eye the insufficient water supply. Here is a guide with information that... you can easily follow to do your part indoors and out: Run only full loads of laundry and dishes Use the dishwasher instead of hand washing, and don’t hit pre-rinse Turn on the tap only to rinse not when brushing, lathering, shaving or washing. Fill the bathtub only halfway or less Reduce showering time Take your car to a carwash that recycles water instead of doing it at home Water plants by hand, only when necessary Water outdoors before 9 a.m. or after 7 p.m. so the sun doesn’t evaporate the water Pause refilling of decorative fountains, hot tubs and swimming pools Use a swimming pool cover Fix leaks as soon as possible Replace old washing machines with high-efficiency models (check with your local water district for rebates) Collect rainwater for irrigation use (not for drinking or human consumption) Cover outdoor soil with mulch, which reduces evaporation Use a broom to clean driveways and sidewalks instead of a hose Install aerators on kitchen and bathroom sinks Let your grass grow longer it makes it less prone to water loss from evaporation

CELEBRATING MOTHERS EVERYWHERE Moms, we appreciate you and everything you do. Wishing all a beautiful and safe Mother’s Day today!

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Stolen Vehicle with 3 year old child inside. Merced Police Officers are searching for a stolen 2002 Silver Toyota Corolla, CA license 4VMS942. The vehicle was stolen from the 400 block of W. 27th Street at approximately 6:45 PM today, October 26, 2020. When the vehicle was stolen, there was a three year old Hispanic female juvenile in the car. ... Pictures of the child and stolen vehicle attached. The first number of the plate is confirmed to be a 4, we are aware it looks like a 5 in the photo but it is a 4. Anyone with information should contact Merced Police Department at 209-385-6905 or call 911. ABC30 Action News Merced Sun-Star KSEE24 News CBS47 Fresno Telemundo 51 Fresno Merced GW News FOX26

Are you an educator or work for a school or day care? There are some great programs available for children. The Sesame Street Fire Safety Program for preschool children is one of them. More than half of child fire deaths are among children age 4 or younger making them an important audience for fire prevention and education. If you’ve ever visited a preschool classroom to discuss fire safety, or have met with older toddlers during community outreach activities, you know the...y can be a tough crowd to reach. That’s why the U.S. Fire Administration has collaborated once again with Sesame Workshop to update the Sesame Street Fire Safety Program for preschool kids. The program shows educators how to empower children ages 35 with essential fire safety information and skills that can make a big difference in case of an emergency. To Order Sesame Street materials for schools and day care providers, use the following information. U.S. schools and day care providers can order printed copies of the full curriculum. Fax your request on organization letterhead to 301-447-1213 or Email to [email protected] Please visit the website for more information on this program: http://ow.ly/JXJx50BOOpe

You often hear on the news that California Counties fall into Tiers for COVID-19. . What Tier is Merced County in? Merced is currently in the RED Tier. http://ow.ly/AoJY50BTCq8 .... How do we move to a lower Tier? Although we meet the lower positivity rate of 2% - 3.9%, we need to lower our cases per 100,000 residents. . How can we improve? Testing is key to lower our Tier. The more testing conducted will lower our positivity rate even more. Also, The more testing we can demonstrate allows for waivers and exceptions to transition into lower tiers by showing a valiant effort. The lower the Tier, the more things that can open. . You can get tested throughout Merced County, some locations are at no cost to you. . Where can you get tested? Please visit: www.countyofmerced.com/coronavirus . Find "COVID-19 Testing Notice" Click "Registering Online" . For additional information on Reopening Merced County, please visit: https://reopenmercedcounty.com/ . #reopenmercedcounty #countyofmerced #mercedcounty #mercedcountyoes #mercedcountyfiredepartment #cityofmerced #cityoflivingston #cityoflosbanos #cityofgustine #cityofdospalos #PublicSafety #SafetyTip #SavingLives #Safety #PublicSafetyIncidents #calfire #calfirel2881 #calfirel2881mmu #ourfamilyhelpingyours #covid #coronavirus #corona #staysafe # See more

Happy International ShakeOut Day! . Visit ShakeOut.org to register your participation in ShakeOut, involving at least a one-minute earthquake drill today or anytime this year. *ShakeOut Drill at 10:17 local time.... Live captions for today: bit.ly/shakeoutcc. This is a separate window to have open while watching the Facebook Live event. #ShakeOut, a Facebook Live Event.

What is carbon monoxide (CO) and how is it produced? . Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly, colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Products and equipment powered by internal combustion engines such as portable generators, cars, lawn mowers, and power washers also produce CO. How many people are unintentionally poisoned by CO?... . On average, about 170 people in the United States die every year from CO produced by non-automotive consumer products. These products include malfunctioning fuel-burning appliances such as furnaces, ranges, water heaters and room heaters; engine-powered equipment such as portable generators; fireplaces; and charcoal that is burned in homes and other enclosed areas. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that several thousand people go to hospital emergency rooms every year to be treated for CO poisoning. What are the symptoms of CO poisoning? . Because CO is odorless, colorless, and otherwise undetectable to the human senses, people may not know that they are being exposed. The initial symptoms of low to moderate CO poisoning are similar to the flu (but without the fever). They include: - Headache - Fatigue - Shortness of breath - Nausea - Dizziness To test your CO alarm, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Using a test button tests whether the circuitry is operating correctly, not the accuracy of the sensor. Alarms have a recommended replacement age, which can be obtained from the product literature or from the manufacturer. For more information, visit: https://www.cpsc.gov//carbon-mo/carbon-monoxide-fact-sheet

BEFORE an emergency, teach your child how to dial 911 Make sure everyone, including children, knows how and when to call 911 for help #YouthPrep http://ow.ly/iE9U50BONPn... For more information please check the following website. www.ready.gov.kids #fire #firechief #firedepartment #mercedcounty #firefighter #staysafe #calfire #BeReady #YouthPrep #firefighters #mercedcountyoes #mercedcountyfire #safety #ems #fireengine #transparent #firetrucks #ourfamilyhelpingyours #service #chief_miller #calfirel2881 #calfirel2881mmu #firefighterrescue #mutualaid #wildlandfirefighter #wildlandfirefighting

Text-to-911 is the ability to send a text message to reach 911 emergency call takers from your mobile phone or device. However, because voice calls to 911 provide more information to 911 call centers, you should always make a voice call to 911 during an emergency whenever possible. As Text-to-911 is fairly new, it is currently available only in certain locations but is always expanding. If you attempt to send a text to 911 where the service is not yet available, FCC rules re...quire all wireless carriers and other text messaging providers to send an automatic "bounce-back" message that will advise you to contact emergency services by another means, such as making a voice call or using telecommunications relay service. Bounce-back messages are intended to minimize your risk of mistakenly believing that a text to 911 has been transmitted to an emergency call center when it has not. http://ow.ly/EvYy50BOEEV For more information please check the following website. #fire #firechief #firedepartment #mercedcounty #mercedcountyoes #firefighter #staysafe #calfire #BeReady #firefighters #mercedcountyoes #mercedcountyfire #safety #ems #fireengine #transparent #firetrucks #ourfamilyhelpingyours #service #chief_miller #calfirel2881 #calfirel2881mmu #firefighterrescue #mutualaid #wildlandfirefighter #wildlandfirefighting

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Drive-through Influenza Vaccination Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020 from 9am to 1pm in Planada, CA. (As long as supplies last) . Flu season is just around the corner. Now, more than ever, it is important that everyone six months of age or older be vaccinated against the flu in order to protect themselves and those around them. Influenza (flu) can cause serious health issues, especially in young children, older adults, and people with medical conditions. This year’s flu season could impact our communities in unexpected ways due to the COVID-19 pandemic and put additional stress on healthcare resources that are already stressed. . For questions contact [email protected]

With the heat index expected to exceed 105 degrees this weekend, various cooling zones will be available with COVID-19 precautions in place: www.countyofmerced.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1914