EPIC-FSC will participate in the upcoming “Be Prepared” Safety Fair, hosted by Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin and Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. This event, scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Calabasas Community Center, aims to provide essential safety information and resources to the community.
The “Be Prepared” Safety Fair is a free, family-friendly event featuring a wide range of booths covering topics such as earthquakes, fires, floods, CPR, medical issues, and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts, participate in demonstrations, and access valuable information to better prepare themselves for emergencies.
EPIC-FSC will host a booth at the event, where visitors can learn about wildfire and earthquake preparedness and learn about the nonprofit’s new free app, available on Apple or Google Play. Additionally, EPIC-FSC representatives will be available to address inquiries and provide personalized guidance on emergency preparedness strategies.
“We are honored to be a part of the ‘Be Prepared’ Safety Fair and grateful to Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin and Supervisor Lindsey Horvath for organizing this important event,” said EPIC-FSC President Brian Cameron. “Events like these are crucial for raising awareness and empowering communities to stay safe and prepared in the face of emergencies.”
The “Be Prepared” Safety Fair will also feature presentations by distinguished speakers, including:
- 10:15 AM: “How to Harden Your Home for Fires” with the Resource Conservation District
- 11:15 AM: “Surviving California Emergencies” with LA County Fire Department Chief Drew Smith, Sheriff Captain Jenn Seetoo, and the Director of the LA County Office of Emergency Services
- 12:15 PM: “Earthquake Preparedness” with Caltech’s Margaret Vinci
EPIC-FSC encourages all residents of Calabasas and surrounding areas to attend the “Be Prepared” Safety Fair and take advantage of the wealth of information and resources available. Stay tuned for e-blasts, press releases, social media updates, and other outreach efforts leading up to the event to ensure maximum community participation.