Issue link: https://imageup.uberflip.com/i/1546243
8 | SUN LAKES LIFESTYLES | SEPTEMBER 2026 | Plan, Prepare, and Practice = Preparedness By Janis Rice, EPAP PIO As mentioned in the August Lifestyles article, Sun Lakes EPAP will be participating in the Great California ShakeOut on Oct. 15 at 10:15 am. is year's scenario will focus on an earthquake which will cause a power outage and res in the hills behind us, due to downed power lines. e drill will concentrate on how you, the resident, receive information and are notied if evacuations are ordered, especially if there is no power to support your home or cell phone. We will be oering several dates and times for our EPAP Volunteers and residents to attend the drill training courses. As always, these training courses will focus on the three most important factors for emergency preparedness which are being informed, making a plan, and building a kit (Go Bag and Stay Box). ese core elements ensure you understand local risks, know how to communicate and evacuate, and have the self-sucient supplies needed for survival. We will also introduce and discuss the changes in the evacuation levels being adopted by the state of California. California has standardized its re evacuation terms statewide. New Statewide Evacuation Terms • Evacuation Warning: Potential threat to life or property; leave now if you need extra time or have pets/livestock. • Evacuation Order: Immediate threat to life; a lawful order to leave the area immediately. • Shelter in Place: Go indoors, lock doors and windows, and stay safe until further notice. We urge all Sun Lakers to attend at least one drill training course. ere are several dates and times that will hopefully work for you. For more information, please contact your EPAP Team at 951-524-3126. Please make note of the following dates and places for Drill Procedure meetings: • Mon., Aug. 31, 9 am - 12 pm, North Clubhouse • Mon., Sept. 7, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room • urs., Sept. 17, 10 am to 12 pm, North Clubhouse • Mon., Sept. 21, 6 to 9 pm, Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room • urs., Oct. 8, 6 to 9 pm, Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room • Sat., Oct. 10, 10 am to 12 pm, Main Clubhouse Multipurpose Room BEING PREPARED WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE.