PMC CERT

05/26/2026

Day 26 of Wildfire Preparedness month.

This video is a "must-watch" as it walks you through what to do if a fire is moving in your direction and you have a little time to make your house more fire-resistant. It gives you moves that will help firefighters see the house through the smoke and make it safer for them to fight the fire.

05/26/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country for the freedoms we enjoy every day.

May we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/25/2026

Day 25 or Wildfire Preparedness Month.

Wildfire embers are far more likely to start a house fire than flames. Most homes affected by wildfires are set ablaze due to wind-driven burning embers that land on or near the structure. These embers can start small fires in Zone 0, the immediate area around the house, which can spread upward and inward until the house ignites.

05/24/2026

Day 24 of Wildfire Preparedness Month.

You have 8 days left to meet the Defensible Space deadline.

Start with limbing your trees. Scroll below to find more detailed information on Defensible Space.

And here's some food for thought. If you don't clear the fuel on the ground closest to your house, it can ignite from embers. Those ground fires are often called ankle biters by firefighters. That makes it unsafe for them to be on your property, which increases the chance of your home burning.

77 likes, 7 comments. "Protect your home ... with defensible space"

05/23/2026

Proper handling of lithium-ion batteries is essential. Please learn how to store and recycle them safely.

(FOX40.COM) — Roseville officials are warning residents about the dangers of improperly discarded lithium-ion batteries after a recent fire erupted inside a garbage truck when a battery was crushed…

05/23/2026

Day 23 of Wildfire Preparedness Month.

This is a video of the Camp Fire in Paradise with a compelling message as to why you should evacuate early if there's a wildfire nearby.

For CERT members, this video is a call to action to plan and be prepared for evacuating PMC should it be required. We hope this will encourage you to volunteer to participate in our evacuation drill at the end of July. Much planning has already gone into this drill. We can't know what a wildfire is going to do in PMC, there are just too many variables. However, we can start considering options and at least have a place to start.

We hope everyone watches this video and begins to consider the lessons from it, and prepare yourself and your family to evacuate early.

2.9K likes, 907 comments. "Escaping Paradise | California Wildfires: The New Normal"

05/22/2026

There's a lot that the PMC community does NOT know about our water supply, especially when it comes to disasters.
Earlier this year, MPM Water Company head, Rob Carruth, presented to CERT about issues related to water resiliency. Rob will present this information and more at the June 7 Town Hall event at 12 PM in the Clubhouse. Free Hot Dogs available. More Info Here:
https://www.facebook.com/events/842983601705104/

05/22/2026

Day 22 of Wildfire Preparedness Month.

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Shelters are available for communities impacted by fires in Southern California.

Check with your local city or county officials for the latest shelter information.

Visit ready.ca.gov for preparedness resources.

05/22/2026

CERT Members, here is a great opportunity for more training. This is a free online course that provides continuing education units.

Strong plans do not happen by accident. They are built with intention. FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute is offering a training designed to strengthen your role in the planning process, whether you are leading the effort or contributing as a subject matter expert.

This training covers:
• Why deliberate planning matters
• Plan types, structure, and the planning process
• Building an effective planning team
• Developing situational awareness
• Setting clear goals and objectives
• Gaining approval and maintaining your plan

Who should take this course? Emergency managers, planning staff, public safety professionals, and leaders across federal, state, local, tribal, and territorial agencies.

If you are part of an Incident Management Team, or want to be, this is foundational knowledge that strengthens performance on every incident. Take advantage of this no-cost opportunity to sharpen your planning skills and improve readiness.

Access this free online course at: https://ow.ly/x0MG50YUkX8

Learn more about the IMTA and become a member today at: https://ahimta.org/

05/21/2026

We cannot stress the importance of evacuating once the order comes down. Don't be foolish and wait until it's too late. If there is a fire nearby, be ready to go. Once the order is upgraded from warning to "get the hell out," just go. If you require any assistance with evacuation, don't hesitate to tune in to RSN Radio, Channel 100, or contact neighbors in advance to arrange assistance.

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05/21/2026

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