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Power Shutoff Update October 25, 2019
PG&E began restoring power toSonoma County yesterday afternoon, October 24. As of 10 pm last night, PG&Erestored power to 81% of the customers impacted in Sonoma County by the October23 power shutoff. PG&E is projecting 100% power restoration to areas ofSonoma County impacted by the power shutoff by today (10/25)at 7 pm. Due todamage and needed repairs, particularly in and around the footprint of theKincade Fire, some areas of the County will experience delays in restoration. Read full story
Temporary Emergency Housing Ordinance Extended to December 31, 2021
On October 10, 2019, the Board of Supervisors voted to extend the Temporary Emergency Housing Ordinance related to the 2017 Complex Fires. The ordinance was originally scheduled to expire December 31, 2019, but will now be extended until December 31, 2021. With this extension, temporary recreational vehicles and manufactured homes will continue to be permitted for temporary emergency housing through December 31, 2021. Conditions of the permit require that a final inspection be requested prior to that date, confirming that the structure(s) have been removed by December 31, 2021. Read full story
Smoke Health Advisory
Due to the Kincade Fire, there may be parts of northern Sonoma County where air quality conditions are UNHEALTHY. Changing wind patterns and pending fire conditions are making air quality unpredictable. We are hopeful that air quality conditions will improve after the weather changes. This health advisory will remain in effect, until the air quality significantly and consistently improves. Read full story
Air Quality
Individuals with Health Conditions Individuals with health conditions should talk to their physicians to develop a personal plan for dealing with smoke... Read full story
Fitch Mountain Evacuation Drill POSTPONED
Residents of the Fitch Mountain community are invited to participate in the County of Sonoma’s evacuation drill. This event has been postponed until further notice. Read full story
Vegetation Management Scheduled
As part of our efforts to keep the Chanate community updated about the County’s plans and actions regarding the property, we are informing you of scheduled vegetation management work that will occur on the northern, eastern and southern boundaries of the Chanate campus. This work will happen from October 16 to approximately October 27, 2019. Read full story
FreeFlu Shots & Health Screenings
Seasonal Flu Vaccinations and Health Screenings will be offered on a variety of dates and at various County locations. Non-fasting screening package includes: Blood Pressure, Total Cholesterol, HDL, Glucose, Height, Weight, BMI, and Body Fat (screenings are confidential) Read full story
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for CalFresh Healthy LivingNutrition Education Program
The County of Sonoma is pleased to invite you torespond to a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Delivering Nutrition Educationfor CalFresh Healthy Living Nutrition Education program. Read full story
Get Ready to Shake Out October 17, 2019
Millions of people in schools, organizations and homes participate! Everyone, everywhere should practice earthquake safety. International ShakeOut Day is October 17, but you can drill on any day. Read full story
Outbreak of Lung Injury Associated with E-Cigarette Use or Vaping
CDC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), state and local health departments, and other clinical and public health partners are investigating a multi-state outbreak of lung injury associated with use of e-cigarette, or vaping, products Read full story