Prepare Yourself

Find out how to prepare yourself and your home for wildfire

Sign Up for Alerts and Warning Systems

In an emergency, El Dorado officials may use many different tools to communicate information and instructions to the community. Nixle, local TV and radio, and social media are the primary outlets. Register now and prepare to use these systems before an emergency occurs.

Be Ready to Evacuate

Make sure that you and your family are prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Prepare an evacuation go-kit, create a family communication plan, and have your evacuation checklist ready.

Get Wildfire Insurance

Having insurance is critical to rebuilding your home and protecting your family after a wildfire. Make sure you know how to shop for the right insurance coverage, what to do if your insurer doesn’t renew your policy, and what to expect during an insurance inspection.

Invest In Backup Power & Generators

Having insurance is critical to rebuilding your home and protecting your family after a wildfire. Make sure you know how to shop for the right insurance coverage, what to do if your insurer doesn’t renew your policy, and what to expect during an insurance inspection.