Ramona Community Protection and Evacuation Plan

RAMONA COMMUNITY PROTECTION & EVACUATION PLAN
SECTION G – LAW ENFORCEMENT RESPONSE PLANS
Law Enforcement Response Plans
The Sheriff’s Department will be represented by liaison with the Incident Command.
When fire officials direct, or if Sheriff’s deputies see that it is necessary to conduct an
evacuation advisory of the community, they will provide the evacuation advisory in the
areas with most imminent threat first. The evacuation advisory will be based on the
information known at the time.
Depending on circumstances, there may be time to collect valuables, or the evacuation
advisory may be urgent, where there is only time for evacuees to get into their vehicle
and follow the route that the deputy provides. This underscores the importance of
preparation on the part of residents.
Citizens have the legal right to refuse to evacuate, however if this act endangers children,
they are subject to arrest. If a citizen refuses an evacuation advisory he/she does so at
his/her own peril, and assumes the inherent risks.
In the event that the County activates a computerized mass phone calling disaster alert
system, the call may provide directional information and other important instructions.
Residents need to be aware that such a system only calls land line telephones and will not
call cell phones. If telephone poles and wires close to the disaster are damaged, the
system may not activate in a particular area.
After an area has received an evacuation advisory, the Sheriff’s Department will, if
possible, conduct patrols to prevent theft and looting.
REGARDING PETS AND LIVESTOCK (Please also reference Section H – Animal
Services):
Always keep identification on your pets and take photographs for identification purposes.
Consider microchipping your animal to permanently identify them and make sure to keep
your contact information current.
In addition to your regular supply of pet food, have at least a week worth supply of food
and water on hand to use during a disaster.
Have a leash, harness or carrier for each animal ready, in an easily accessible place in the
house, in case you have to leave in a hurry.
Make sure your family knows the “evacuation plan” and has contact information for
friends to assist you if necessary. Don’t wait until the last minute to leave your house;
this can make the difference between taking your animals and leaving them behind.
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