Weekly Roundup for Sept. 6, 2024

Today's digest provides helpful and important updates on the following:

1. High wildfire risk as peak season gets underway
2. 'Rethink your drink' at South Park Festival Sept. 14
3. Bodega Bay Health and Safety Fair Sept. 18
4. New opportunities to serve on county boards and commissions

High wildfire risk as peak season gets underway

Eight of the 10 largest wildfires in the CalFire Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit started in the months of August, September and October. We remain in peak fire season so please stay safe and be wildfire wise:

• Mow before 10 a.m. with a hose, bucket or fire extinguisher nearby. Avoid windy days.
• Avoid spark-creating power tools near dry vegetation.
• Fully extinguish campfires.
• Keep grills away from dry vegetation.
• Maintain vehicles to prevent sparks.
• Follow local burn regulations.
• Clear dry leaves and debris.

Remember, one less spark equals one less wildfire. Learn more: https://www.fire.ca.gov/what-we-do/wildfire-prevention.

September is National Emergency Preparedness Month and a good time to prepare for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work and visit.

Here are three simple steps that will help you stay safe in an emergency:

• Sign up for alerts: https://socoemergency.org/receive-alerts/
• Know your zone: https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/evacuation-map/
• Have a go-bag ready: https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/build-a-kit/
• Learn more preparedness tips at https://socoemergency.org/get-ready/.

'Rethink your drink' at South Park Day & Night Festival Sept. 14

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services invites attendees of the South Park Day & Night Festival on Sept. 14 to "Rethink Your Drink".

Health experts will be available to offer insight to risks associated with sugary drinks and provide tips to make healthier choices.

The South Park Day & Night Festival takes place Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1671 Hendley St. in Santa Rosa.

Learn more about the health risks of sugary drinks: https://calfreshhealthyliving.cdph.ca.gov/en/Pages/default.aspx

Bodega Bay Health and Safety Fair Sept. 18

Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital is hosting the Bodega Bay Health and Safety Fair on Sept. 18 from 3 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at Bodega Bay School, 1200 Canon St.

Participants will enjoy free food and family fun, as well as learn CPR, check blood pressure and discover resources to stay safe and healthy.

For more details, please visit:

https://socoemergency.org/event/health-and-safety-fair-feria-de-salud-y-seguridad/

Sonoma County Boards, Commissions and Committees seek community input

Community members can make a significant impact by joining a Sonoma County board, commission, committee or task force. Gain valuable insights into local services and contribute your unique perspective and expertise to the decision-making process.

Local voices matter when it comes to building systems that better serve our residents in childcare, health, economic and social stability, infrastructure and more.

To make a difference and be part of the solution, check out the current openings:

• Child Care Planning Council of Sonoma County- advocate for comprehensive child care planning and coordination in our county: https://bit.ly/3ugBzq5.
• Community Action Partnership of Sonoma County - partner with low-income families to achieve economic and social stability: https://bit.ly/47b9a2V.
• Emergency Medical Care Council - improve emergency medical care, oversee and maintain the system, and coordinate long-term planning for public education and injury prevention: https://bit.ly/48DynDS.
• Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Advisory Board - promote the health of families, children and adolescents in our community: https://bit.ly/3ufKMyO.

For a full list of vacancies and information about the application process, please visit https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/boardsandcommissions.