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TOPANGA DESIGNATED FIREWISE COMMUNITY
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HOW TO RECEIVE EMERGENCY UPDATES FROM T-CEP AND MORE THAN 35 OTHER SELECTED ACCOUNTS
by Scott Ferguson
Set up your Twitter preferences to receive push notifications from T-CEP on your mobile device. You'll get real time updates on incidents texted to your phone in seconds. In a fast moving fire emergency, Twitter will be your best place to stay informed because you won't miss any Tweets. TopangaCERT is another local social resource you should have on your mobile devices. CERT is more active on reporting traffic issues, although T-CEP will often report major traffic problems that affect a broad area. Here's a Step-by-step guide on setting up Twitter and T-CEP push notifications: http://fb.me/4uc60lXez
THE TOWN COUNCIL SERVING TOPANGA SINCE 1977
Formed in 1977 in response to needs unique to our mountain community, residents created the TCTC to serve as a liaison with our town’s official governing body, the Los Angeles County Supervisor’s Office. Since then, TCTC has served the local interests of the residents, businesses, property owners, environment and wildlife in Topanga Canyon and the Santa Monica Mountains. Most especially, during its 40-year history, its many accomplishments have been made possible by the commitment and contributions of many dedicated volunteers working to make Topanga a better place to live and work. To donate, click here.
DON'T FALL VICTIM TO SCAMMERS
Recently, some Topangans have been targeted by scammers regarding their power bill and related accounts. Edison is aware of these incidents and has alerted their corporate security team. Read on for important information about how to avoid scammers.
TOPANGA'S UNSUNG HEROES
We are proud to present the unsung heroes of Topanga. We have chosen individuals who have been volunteers for many years. The Topanga Messenger has covered so many events over the last 40 years and many of these folks are always behind the scenes making everything possible and have rarely been acknowledged.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR SENIORS AND THOSE WITH ACCESS NEEDS
Creating an emergency plan for seniors and those with access and functional needs was developed by Canyon Sages and TCEP who want to encourage seniors and others who might need assistance during a fire, flood, earthquake or other natural disaster.
Los Angeles County Fire Department Continues County-Wide Burn Suspension
In an ongoing effort to prevent wildfires, all burn permits in Los Angeles County remain suspended.
Three Topanga community organizations: Topanga Town Council, the Topanga Creek Watershed Committee, and the Topanga Chamber of Commerce (TCoC), have all signed on to support Topanga's registration as a "Certified Wildlife Habitat" (CWH) at the community level and WE NEED YOU to help us achieve this goal. It's easy for Topangans to qualify!
'DROP, COVER & HOLD' Is The New Quake Mantra
Federal, State, and local emergency management experts and other official preparedness organizations all agree that “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” is the appropriate action to reduce injury and death during earthquakes. Are you prepared to survive and recover quickly? Why is it important to do a Drop, Cover, and Hold On drill? Watch this how to video.