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Voluntary Evacuation For Holy Fire Burn Scar Residents
A voluntary evacuation order was given to those in the areas of Trabuco Canyon, affected by the Holy Fire as rain pummels Orange County.
TRABUCO CANYON, CA — Residents who live in the areas affected by the Holy Fire burn are were issued a voluntary evacuation warning due to impending flooding and debris flows, the Orange County Sheriff's Department said.
The voluntary evacuation is for homes located within the Trabuco Creek, Rose Canyon and Mystic Oaks/El Cariso areas.
"With significant rainfall expected Thursday through Monday, Feb. 3, evacuation routes can quickly become impassable due to mud, debris or flooding," OC Sheriff Spokesperson Carrie Braun said.
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Residents with large animals should follow their personal plans to move animals before the rainfall arrives.
If you require assistance, are a person with disabilities or need help, call the Orange County Department Dispatch at 714-647-7000 and press "9"
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For evacuation maps and additional information, visit: OCGov.com/emergency
Follow Orange County Sheriff's Department on Twitter for the most up to date information on evacuations.
Effective immediately, Wednesday 1/30, an Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) for the Holy Fire burn area has been issued by the #OCSD due to potential flooding & debris flows. The voluntary evac is for homes located within Trabuco Creek Rose Cyn & the Mystic Oaks / El Cariso areas. pic.twitter.com/oFfsCt1jT8
— OC Sheriff, CA (@OCSheriff) January 30, 2019
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