FRAZIER PARK, CA (Monday, Aug. 21, 2023 at 7:57 a.m.)—The total rainfall yesterday in Frazier Park, as measured at The Mountain Enterprise office between 9 a.m. Sunday and 7:50 a.m. Monday was 6.08 inches.
FRAZIER PARK, CA (Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023 at 2:30 p.m.)—Because 2.25 inches of rain have already fallen in Frazier Park since 10 a.m., we are increasing National Weather Service’s forecast to “up to 3 inches” through the afternoon.
FRAZIER PARK, CA (Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at 1:09 p.m.)—Southern California Edison’s “team of meteorologists has been monitoring Hurricane Hilary’s trajectory. While the storm is expected to weaken as it travels northward due to the cooler waters, we expect high winds and heavy rain in various parts of our service area through the weekend and into early next week.
“We’ve been planning ahead for this storm event and have positioned additional personnel, which includes restoration and repair crews, in areas that are expected to receive the most significant impacts. This will allow us to respond to outages in affected areas as quickly as we can safely do so.
“SCE has activated its emergency response teams and will be staffed through the weekend. Here is a link with more information on our preparations. You can also find the latest information about outages on our website, Facebook and Twitter.
“Safety tips to prepare for a storm below:
Watch for traffic signals that may be out. Approach those intersections as four-way stops.
Watch for downed power lines – Severe weather can cause power lines to fall. They can electrify puddles, wet grass and the surrounding area.
If you see a downed power line or dangling wire – even if it appears not to be live – don’t touch or approach it or anything that is in contact with it and call 911 immediately.
As some areas have experienced heavy rain and snow for weeks, flooding may be possible. Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas. As little as two feet of water is enough to sweep a car away.
Freeze water and transfer to your refrigerator if the power goes out to keep perishables cold.
Install surge protectors to help safeguard valuable electronic equipment, such as computers and home entertainment systems.
Always back up important work and files on your computer.
If you have an automatic garage door or gate, learn how to open them manually (without power).
Consider keeping at least one car at least half full with fuel.
Portable gasoline generators should never be used inside homes, garages, office buildings or other enclosed spaces.
Make a safety preparedness plan for your family that includes a list and location of important items. Be prepared to meet the special needs of infants and elderly or disabled family members. Also plan how you will care for any pets.”
FRAZIER PARK, CA (Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at 9:54 a.m.)—Kern County Fire Department has announced the following locations will be receiving deliveries of a limited supply of filled sandbags for the community to pick up (fire personnel will not be on hand to load):
Lebec, CA
KCFD Station 56
1548 Lebec Service Rd
Lebec, CA 93243
Additionally, efforts are underway to provide sand at the following locations (residents are encouraged to bring their own empty bags):
Lebec, CA
Between Lebec Rd and Lebec Service Rd west of Interstate 5
Pine Mountain Club, CA
2410 Symonds Dr
Pine Mountain Club, CA 93222
Community needs will be monitored continuously, and should the need arise additional locations may be added. Sign up for emergency notifications at readykern.com.
FRAZIER PARK, CA (Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at 9:45 a.m.)—In anticipation of forecasted heavy rains throughout Kern County, the Kern County Fire Department has activated an Incident Management Team. This team will manage the local emergency response resulting from Hurricane Hilary.
In addition to all KCFD fire stations being fully staffed, a large number of extra KCFD firefighters (approximately 75) and equipment are now on standby. This includes:
an extra Dispatcher
a Strike Team of Engines
an Urban Search and Rescue Team
two 24 person crews
a Helicopter Hoist Rescue Team
a Dozer
and from the Bakersfield City Fire Department a Swiftwater Rescue Team.
All who have not signed up for emergency notifications are encouraged to do so at readykern.com.
To keep up to date with the latest sandbag, evacuation, or road closure information visit the new kernemergencies.com website. 911 is for emergencies only and should not be called for sandbags.
FRAZIER PARK, CA (Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.)—For the Frazier Mountain area, National Weather Service has forecast 1 to 2 inches of rain on Sunday, plus an additional 1 to 2 inches Sunday night.
This is part of the August 18, 2023 online edition of The Mountain Enterprise.
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