November 1, 2020 12:00 PM: Fire is contained to 13,390 acres. So thankful for our public safety personnel for responding so swiftly and keeping our residents safe. I am glad we were able to keep residents updated.
Two firefighters were injured in the fire. If you would like to help them, please consider donating!
https://www.gofundme.com/f/orange-county-ca-firefighters?fbclid=IwAR19n83kFsQB3bHMCJ0EfCIbp8lF_ImCjw-yRo43KP0lmlpuXhtjpvsVU-M
Two firefighters were injured in the fire. If you would like to help them, please consider donating!
https://www.gofundme.com/f/orange-county-ca-firefighters?fbclid=IwAR19n83kFsQB3bHMCJ0EfCIbp8lF_ImCjw-yRo43KP0lmlpuXhtjpvsVU-M
9:00 AM: Silverado: 13,390 acres 40% containment 1,241 personnel
To Help Two Injured OCFA Firefighters: Wildland Firefighting Foundation https://wffoundation.org Fallen Firefighters Relief Fund https://gofundme.com/f/orange-county-ca-firefighters
To Help Two Injured OCFA Firefighters: Wildland Firefighting Foundation https://wffoundation.org Fallen Firefighters Relief Fund https://gofundme.com/f/orange-county-ca-firefighters
6:00 PM:
- All evacuations lifted for the entire City of Irvine. All utilities should be functioning. If they are not, contact your provider.
- CALFIRE and Irvine Public Works continue to clean up leftover hazards, including fallen trees and branches from the high winds.
- Air quality still reported to be unhealthy. Shady Canyon Community Center open to get away from the smoke.
- All IUSD classes resume tomorrow!
- All evacuations lifted for the entire City of Irvine. All utilities should be functioning. If they are not, contact your provider.
- CALFIRE and Irvine Public Works continue to clean up leftover hazards, including fallen trees and branches from the high winds.
- Air quality still reported to be unhealthy. Shady Canyon Community Center open to get away from the smoke.
- All IUSD classes resume tomorrow!
1:30 PM: Quail Hill Community Center at 39 Shady Canyon is open to #Irvine residents looking for a safe place to get away from the smoke caused by the #SilveradoFire. Air quality in Orange County remains unhealthy. Please be sure to avoid or limit outdoor activities.
Silverado Fire: •25% containment •13,354 acres •No structure damage
Silverado Fire: •25% containment •13,354 acres •No structure damage
12:00 PM Air Quality remains unhealthy
8:20 AM: Fire is 25% contained
8:00 AM: There has been no change since last night to evacuation orders in the City of Irvine. IPD will be working with OCFA today to determine if additional areas may be reopened.
For individuals accessing the area just opened, Portola Parkway is only open at Native Spring and Arrowhead. Portola Parkway is still closed east of Arrowhead. All residents that cannot access their homes from Native Spring or Arrowhead must use Irvine Boulevard.
For individuals accessing the area just opened, Portola Parkway is only open at Native Spring and Arrowhead. Portola Parkway is still closed east of Arrowhead. All residents that cannot access their homes from Native Spring or Arrowhead must use Irvine Boulevard.
7:00 Silverado Fire Incident Update OCFA
6:00 PM:
IUSD School closures tomorrow, 10/28/2020. TUSD Online only.
Per OCFA-PIO: More than 1,800 firefighters on the fire line for both fires in OC. Silverado Fire: 12,600 Acres. 5% Contained. No structures lost.
Per IPD: Mandatory Evacuations lifted for Area 1- Everything South of Portola Parkway and West of the 133 Toll Road. All other evacuations remain in effect. Beacon and Cadence are opening now. Pavilion Park and other communities around that area are maybe allowed to re-populated later tonight.
https://cityofirvine.maps.arcgis.com/.../index.html...
Everything north of Portola, which includes parts of Portola Springs and Orchard Hill’s, will remain closed for tonight.
IUSD School closures tomorrow, 10/28/2020. TUSD Online only.
Per OCFA-PIO: More than 1,800 firefighters on the fire line for both fires in OC. Silverado Fire: 12,600 Acres. 5% Contained. No structures lost.
Per IPD: Mandatory Evacuations lifted for Area 1- Everything South of Portola Parkway and West of the 133 Toll Road. All other evacuations remain in effect. Beacon and Cadence are opening now. Pavilion Park and other communities around that area are maybe allowed to re-populated later tonight.
https://cityofirvine.maps.arcgis.com/.../index.html...
Everything north of Portola, which includes parts of Portola Springs and Orchard Hill’s, will remain closed for tonight.
1:48 Shelter Updates
1:40 PM Sacramento Bee Reports (click to be directed to article)
1:36 PM
OCFA PIO
@OCFA_PIO
#SilveradoFire Update: 14 helicopters 11,200 acres More than 750 firefighters 5% contained 10-15 mph winds with ridge top gusts reaching 35 mph Residents under evacuation order: 70,000 Irvine 6,000 Lake Forest
OCFA PIO
@OCFA_PIO
#SilveradoFire Update: 14 helicopters 11,200 acres More than 750 firefighters 5% contained 10-15 mph winds with ridge top gusts reaching 35 mph Residents under evacuation order: 70,000 Irvine 6,000 Lake Forest
10:40 AM: I have heard it is possible some residents may be able to return home today but the situation remains fluid and there are no estimates available yet.
8:08 AM: Updates from Irvine Community Services
· Approximately 90,000 residents were told to evacuate.
· As of 5 p.m. a mandatory evacuation has been issued for the area between Great Park and Bake, and north of Toledo until the City limits. As of 1:30 p.m. a mandatory evacuation was issued for residents in the areas from Irvine Boulevard south to Trabuco Road, and from Jeffrey Road East to Portola High School. Previous evacuations still remain in effect for the areas north of Irvine Boulevard between Jamboree Road and Bake Parkway
· Woodbridge High School and University High School are currently open as an overnight Care and Shelter facilities. Both sites will work with the American Red Cross as needed for additional assistance.
· Dinner is being donated by several local restaurants who have offered to provide food for those in the Care and Shelter facilities. The EOC is coordinating with those generous businesses.
· All day time Community Center Care and Reception facilities received sandwiches for the residents at the facilities and the staff working those facilities today. They are scheduled to close at 10 p.m. and will re-open tomorrow morning at 6 a.m.
· Cox Communications is temporarily upgrading the speed of the internet services at the following Community Centers that utilize Cox Communications: Las Lomas, Turtle Rock, University, Harvard and Newport Coast (City of Newport Beach).
· The Irvine Animal Care Center has 4 staff onsite until 8PM tonight and 2 at Woodbridge and 2 at University to assist with any animal related matters until 8PM or later as needed. Tomorrow, staff will start at IACC at 7AM. We are closed to public tomorrow; however, we will accept safe keep of animals as needed.
· Irvine and Tustin Unified School Districts have cancelled school for tomorrow.
· The Community Services Department has cancelled all programming for tomorrow.
· The Southern Open Space Preserve that include Bommer Canyon, Quail Hill, and Shady Canyon trails is closed.
· Lyft ride share is activating “LyftUp for the Silverado Fire” which states: “Rides can be accessed using the code IRVFIRERELIEF20, valid for 2 rides up to $25, from now until 11/02 at 11:59 p.m. while rides are available.
· Approximately 90,000 residents were told to evacuate.
· As of 5 p.m. a mandatory evacuation has been issued for the area between Great Park and Bake, and north of Toledo until the City limits. As of 1:30 p.m. a mandatory evacuation was issued for residents in the areas from Irvine Boulevard south to Trabuco Road, and from Jeffrey Road East to Portola High School. Previous evacuations still remain in effect for the areas north of Irvine Boulevard between Jamboree Road and Bake Parkway
· Woodbridge High School and University High School are currently open as an overnight Care and Shelter facilities. Both sites will work with the American Red Cross as needed for additional assistance.
· Dinner is being donated by several local restaurants who have offered to provide food for those in the Care and Shelter facilities. The EOC is coordinating with those generous businesses.
· All day time Community Center Care and Reception facilities received sandwiches for the residents at the facilities and the staff working those facilities today. They are scheduled to close at 10 p.m. and will re-open tomorrow morning at 6 a.m.
· Cox Communications is temporarily upgrading the speed of the internet services at the following Community Centers that utilize Cox Communications: Las Lomas, Turtle Rock, University, Harvard and Newport Coast (City of Newport Beach).
· The Irvine Animal Care Center has 4 staff onsite until 8PM tonight and 2 at Woodbridge and 2 at University to assist with any animal related matters until 8PM or later as needed. Tomorrow, staff will start at IACC at 7AM. We are closed to public tomorrow; however, we will accept safe keep of animals as needed.
· Irvine and Tustin Unified School Districts have cancelled school for tomorrow.
· The Community Services Department has cancelled all programming for tomorrow.
· The Southern Open Space Preserve that include Bommer Canyon, Quail Hill, and Shady Canyon trails is closed.
· Lyft ride share is activating “LyftUp for the Silverado Fire” which states: “Rides can be accessed using the code IRVFIRERELIEF20, valid for 2 rides up to $25, from now until 11/02 at 11:59 p.m. while rides are available.
7:46 AM: Update on road closures: -Irvine Blvd remains closed from Alton to Sand Canyon. -All areas, including roadways, north of Irvine Blvd remain closed as part of the mandatory evacuation order. -Great Park Blvd is closed east of Sand Canyon.
At this time, all evacuation orders remain in place for the City of Irvine. Continue to follow us and @City_of_Irvine
for updates. No homes have been lost due to the #SilveradoFire.
@OCFA_PIO is continuing air drops & ground operations to put out spot fires.
@orangecountyfireauthority Firefighters continue to battle flames throughout the night on the Silverado Fire. More than 8,000 acres have burned but we have no reports of structures lost at this time. https://instagram.com/p/CG2TLhwgyR9/?igshid=1px99m2iswdwm
At this time, all evacuation orders remain in place for the City of Irvine. Continue to follow us and @City_of_Irvine
for updates. No homes have been lost due to the #SilveradoFire.
@OCFA_PIO is continuing air drops & ground operations to put out spot fires.
@orangecountyfireauthority Firefighters continue to battle flames throughout the night on the Silverado Fire. More than 8,000 acres have burned but we have no reports of structures lost at this time. https://instagram.com/p/CG2TLhwgyR9/?igshid=1px99m2iswdwm
6:15 PM:
Irvine Police Department
@IrvinePolice
The Irvine Police Department has issued an IMMEDIATE EVACUATION ORDER (Mandatory) for all residences between Great Park and Bake, and north of Toledo until the city limits. More information at http://cityofirvine.org. #Irvine #SilveradoFire
Irvine Police Department
@IrvinePolice
The Irvine Police Department has issued an IMMEDIATE EVACUATION ORDER (Mandatory) for all residences between Great Park and Bake, and north of Toledo until the city limits. More information at http://cityofirvine.org. #Irvine #SilveradoFire
4:30 Press Conference on Silverado Fire
2:34 PM: Received from the City Manager's Office
As you are aware, the City has issued a Proclamation of Existence of a Local Emergency for the Santiago Fire. Additionally, please see below advising that FEMA has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Silverado Fire burning in Orange County.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Silverado Fire
OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Silverado Fire burning in Orange County.
On Oct. 26, 2020, the state of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the Silverado Fire. At the time of the request, the fire threatened approximately 1,300 homes in and around the communities of Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Santiago Canyon and Tustin. The fire also threatened local schools, St. Michael’s monastery, a water treatment facility and high-voltage power lines.
The FEMA regional administrator approved the state’s request on Oct. 26, 2020, as the fire threatened to become a major incident. FMAGs provide federal funding for up to 75 percent of eligible firefighting costs. The Disaster Relief Fund provides allowances for FMAGs through FEMA to assist in fighting fires that threaten to cause major disasters. Eligible costs covered by FMAGs can include expenses for field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies and mobilization, and demobilization activities attributed to fighting the fire. For more information on FMAGs, visit fema.gov/assistance/public/fire-management-assistance.
As you are aware, the City has issued a Proclamation of Existence of a Local Emergency for the Santiago Fire. Additionally, please see below advising that FEMA has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Silverado Fire burning in Orange County.
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Granted for the Silverado Fire
OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Silverado Fire burning in Orange County.
On Oct. 26, 2020, the state of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the Silverado Fire. At the time of the request, the fire threatened approximately 1,300 homes in and around the communities of Foothill Ranch, Irvine, Santiago Canyon and Tustin. The fire also threatened local schools, St. Michael’s monastery, a water treatment facility and high-voltage power lines.
The FEMA regional administrator approved the state’s request on Oct. 26, 2020, as the fire threatened to become a major incident. FMAGs provide federal funding for up to 75 percent of eligible firefighting costs. The Disaster Relief Fund provides allowances for FMAGs through FEMA to assist in fighting fires that threaten to cause major disasters. Eligible costs covered by FMAGs can include expenses for field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies and mobilization, and demobilization activities attributed to fighting the fire. For more information on FMAGs, visit fema.gov/assistance/public/fire-management-assistance.
2:06 PM: I've been advised by Councilmember Fox that a Emergency has been declared
2:05 PM:
Irvine Police Department @IrvinePolice 16m
The Irvine Police Department has issued an IMMEDIATE EVACUATION ORDER (Mandatory) for all residences from Irvine Blvd. south to Trabuco Road and from Jeffrey Road east to Portola High School. More information at http://cityofirvine.org. #SilveradoFire #Irvine
Irvine Police Department @IrvinePolice 16m
The Irvine Police Department has issued an IMMEDIATE EVACUATION ORDER (Mandatory) for all residences from Irvine Blvd. south to Trabuco Road and from Jeffrey Road east to Portola High School. More information at http://cityofirvine.org. #SilveradoFire #Irvine
1:53 PM: Here is an email I received this afternoon from Irvine's Director of Community Services
As you know, today at 6:47 a.m., a vegetation fire began in the area of Santiago Canyon Road/ Silverado Canyon Road. OCFA firefighters were on scene of a 10 acre fire, wind driven with a moderate rate of spread. Crews aggressively attacking the fire with air units en route.
The Emergency Operation Center (EOC) has been fully activated to respond to this incident.
The City of Irvine and the Irvine Police Department have issued a mandatory evacuation for the areas north of Irvine Boulevard between Jamboree Road and Bake Parkway due to two fires just north of Irvine. View the evacuation map here. However, evacuation orders have just expanded. An update on this will be provided shortly.
The 241 Toll Road is fully closed.
7 Irvine Community Centers have been have been set up as reception centers for Irvine residents and pets at:
Community Services Manager Corey Lakin will be providing updates to you as more information is received through the EOC and staff staged at our reception centers.
As you know, today at 6:47 a.m., a vegetation fire began in the area of Santiago Canyon Road/ Silverado Canyon Road. OCFA firefighters were on scene of a 10 acre fire, wind driven with a moderate rate of spread. Crews aggressively attacking the fire with air units en route.
The Emergency Operation Center (EOC) has been fully activated to respond to this incident.
The City of Irvine and the Irvine Police Department have issued a mandatory evacuation for the areas north of Irvine Boulevard between Jamboree Road and Bake Parkway due to two fires just north of Irvine. View the evacuation map here. However, evacuation orders have just expanded. An update on this will be provided shortly.
The 241 Toll Road is fully closed.
7 Irvine Community Centers have been have been set up as reception centers for Irvine residents and pets at:
- University Community Center: 1 Beech Tree Lane
- Quail Hill Community Center: 35 Shady Canyon Dr
- Los Olivos Community Center: 101 Alfonso
- Harvard Community Center: 14701 Harvard
- Rancho Senior Center: 3 Ethel Coplen Way
- Las Lomas Community Center: 10 Federation Way
- Turtle Rock Community Center: 1 Sunnyhill 92603
Community Services Manager Corey Lakin will be providing updates to you as more information is received through the EOC and staff staged at our reception centers.
12:50 PM: Pets may be taken to Community Centers or dropped off at Irvine Animal Care Center
12:30 PM: Turtle Rock, Las Lomas and Los Olivos Community Centers still have availability
12:25 PM: List of open community centers and map here: https://cityofirvine.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=c452152c1a5a46129dde513d8652e81e
12:15 pm: Turtle Rock Community Center, 1 Sunnyhill, is now open as a care and reception facility for Irvine residents and pets evacuating due to the Silverado Fire. Rancho Senior Center now full.
12:05 PM HELP NEEDED A woman with 19 pets/animals had to evacuate and is looking for a place for her animals: 9 cats 2 small dogs 2 bunnies 6 birds For contact> https://facebook.com/socalruffmeow
12:00 pm: Assistance from City of Irvine and Irvine Police Department available. Call: 949-529-4774.
11:30 am: Irvine Police Department has issued evacuation orders for 60,000 residents in north Irvine. The area covers
north of Irvine Blvd from Jamboree Road to Bake Parkway.
Read City of Irvine Updates
north of Irvine Blvd from Jamboree Road to Bake Parkway.
Read City of Irvine Updates
Get updates from Orange County Fire Authority
Evacuation Warning
· IPD urges persons and their animals in the evacuation area(s) to relocate to safer locations.
· Those with access and functional needs and those with large animals should leave now.
· Loss of life and property is a risk but is not imminent.
· Personal discretion whether to evacuate is allowed but not advised.
· If at any time a person feels threated, evacuate immediately; do not wait for an official notification
Immediate Evacuation Order
· IPD orders all persons and their animals in the designated evacuation area(s) to immediately relocate to safer locations.
· Risk of loss of life and property is extreme and imminent.
· Evacuation is mandatory.
· Persons refusing to comply with an immediate evacuation order will not be forcibly removed from their homes but cannot expect rescue or other lifesaving assistance once the incident is underway.
Shelter-in-Place
· IPD orders all persons and their
· IPD urges persons and their animals in the evacuation area(s) to relocate to safer locations.
· Those with access and functional needs and those with large animals should leave now.
· Loss of life and property is a risk but is not imminent.
· Personal discretion whether to evacuate is allowed but not advised.
· If at any time a person feels threated, evacuate immediately; do not wait for an official notification
Immediate Evacuation Order
· IPD orders all persons and their animals in the designated evacuation area(s) to immediately relocate to safer locations.
· Risk of loss of life and property is extreme and imminent.
· Evacuation is mandatory.
· Persons refusing to comply with an immediate evacuation order will not be forcibly removed from their homes but cannot expect rescue or other lifesaving assistance once the incident is underway.
Shelter-in-Place
· IPD orders all persons and their
EVACUATION CENTERS ARE OPEN
Care and reception facilities are set up at:
University Community Center : FULL
1 Beech Tree Lane
Irvine, CA 92612
Quail Hill Community Center: FULL
39 Shady Canyon Drive
Irvine, CA 92603
Los Olivos Community Center
101 Alfonso Drive, 91618
Harvard Community Center
14701 Harvard, 92606
Rancho Senior Center: FULL
3 Ethel Coplen Way, 92612
Las Lomas Community Center
10 Federation Way
Additionally, Village Church of Irvine at 77 Post will be open at noon today for anyone needing a place to go during the incident.
School Update:Mandatory Evacuation:
University Community Center : FULL
1 Beech Tree Lane
Irvine, CA 92612
Quail Hill Community Center: FULL
39 Shady Canyon Drive
Irvine, CA 92603
Los Olivos Community Center
101 Alfonso Drive, 91618
Harvard Community Center
14701 Harvard, 92606
Rancho Senior Center: FULL
3 Ethel Coplen Way, 92612
Las Lomas Community Center
10 Federation Way
Additionally, Village Church of Irvine at 77 Post will be open at noon today for anyone needing a place to go during the incident.
School Update:Mandatory Evacuation:
- Northwood High School
- Portola Springs
- Eastwood
- Stonegate
- Loma Ridge
- Canyon View
- Santiago Hills
- Le Port
- Northwood
- Little Explorers
- Hicks Canyon
- Orchard Hills
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