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The City of Fullerton's Public Information Office is a division of the City Manager's Office. The primary function is to coordinate all external communication between the City and citizens. The Public Information Office is responsible for news releases, social media, community outreach, and general information management.

The Public Information Office works closely with the City Council, City departments, news media, the public and other government agencies to assist in building a more open and accessible city government. It is the City's official information outlet to media related inquiries.

The Police Department has a Public Information Officer that addresses police and crime related matters. You may call 714-738-6829 or visit the Fullerton Police website for further inquires.

Members of the media who have questions regarding Fire related emergency incidents should contact Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Kristi Hofstetter Batiste at kristi.hofstetterbatiste@fullertonfire.org or by calling 714-446-1454.

Regional Fire Watch

UPDATE: January 13, 2025 Wind Advisory and Red Flag Warning are effective through 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15.
Post Date:01/09/2025 2:43 PM

 

UPDATE on behalf of the Fullerton Fire Department: January 13, 2025.

Wind Advisory and Red Flag Warning are effective through 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

ACTIONS TO TAKE

  • Use caution while driving high-profile vehicles.
  • Avoid outdoor fires and BBQs.
  • Increase situational awareness.
  • Watch for flying debris, downed trees, and power lines.
  • Be safe, use caution, and be resilient.

Below is an updated geographical overview of where the region's significant fires are located. There is no threat to the City of Fullerton at this time.

Our thoughts go out to all local families impacted by the fires and those in Law Enforcement and the Fire Service fighting the fires.

  • PALISADES Fire: started Tuesday roughly 17,000 acres burned.
  • EATON Fire: started Tuesday night in Altadena: roughly 10,600 acres burned.
  • HURST and SUNSET Fires are smaller but also fueled by strong winds.

The fires are more than 40 miles from The City of Fullerton.

Air Quality: Windblown dust may impact our city residents, especially those in sensitive groups.

CITY SERVICES

Fullerton Fire, Fullerton Police, and Fullerton Public Works are all on duty and ready to respond.

Neighborhood street sweeping and trash disposal continue as normal. Remove trash bins from the curb as soon as possible.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

  • Minimize yard work and other activities that can generate fire.
  • Avoid outdoor firepits, barbeques, or indoor fires. Never drive or park on vegetation. If towing a vehicle, make sure the safety chain is NOT dragging.
  • Check on your neighbors.
  • Donate blood.
  • Use due diligence if asked to donate money.
  • Sign up for Emergency Alerts.
  • Monitor reputable news sources.
  • Remain diligent and situationally aware.

Fullerton Fire deployed OES-1313, an Engine, and 3 Chief Officers to support local fire efforts. The Fullerton Fire Department remains fully staffed and ready to respond to our community. Please keep them in your thoughts.

 

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