Orange County, CA – A Voluntary Evacuation Warning goes into effect at 4 p.m. Friday, November 14, for areas in Trabuco Creek, Hot Springs Canyon, and Bell Canyon, county officials announced. The warning was issued due to possible debris flows expected along or near the Airport Fire burn scar, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
Residents in these canyon areas are urged to prepare to leave if conditions worsen, especially as rainfall could loosen soil and trigger mud or debris flows. Authorities emphasized that this is a voluntary evacuation, but residents should remain alert to changing weather and emergency alerts throughout the evening.
The affected areas include communities downstream of previous burn zones, where heavy rain can quickly create hazardous runoff and block roadways. Local officials recommend keeping vehicles fueled and emergency kits ready, and to avoid driving through flooded areas.
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