Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA)

National CPR & AED Awareness Week takes place every year from June 1 – 7. Throughout this week, we recognize the importance of initiating CPR and using an AED as a response to cardiac arrest. More than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest annually, but less than 10% survive.

Every second counts when responding to cardiac arrest. If you see someone suddenly collapse, become unresponsive, and stop breathing, call or ask someone to call 9-1-1, send someone for an AED, and begin CPR. Even if you aren’t trained, doing chest compressions (pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest) is better than doing nothing. In many cases, the 9-1-1 operator can talk you through CPR.

The American Red Cross offers Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED to help members of our communities be better prepared in case of an emergency. Tap the link to get more information and to sign up for a class: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class

It’s JUNE, and that means FIFA World Cup soccer matches - and the arrival of 1000s of visitors - are just days away. A LOT will be happening in the City of Los Angeles and nearby. Stay tuned-in, especially for the next seven weeks. is on watch and our local emergency alerts are NOT just for City residents. World Cup international visitors, those who work here, students, and families with members who are staying temporarily in the City can also register for NotifyLA.org alerts – available by text, email and/or phone call.

This is why you should take extreme heat seriously. ➡️ Extreme heat kills more people every year than any other weather event in the U.S.

The climate crisis is causing heat waves to become more frequent, intense and longer lasting.

On Global Heat Action Day, we can take action to prepare. Protect yourself and prevent heat-related illnesses and death by following these tips:

- Verify that your air conditioning at home is working properly.
- If your home is too hot, find a public place with air conditioning like a library to stay cool.
- Check on loved ones and neighbors who may live alone and don’t have air conditioning.

Taking these steps now can help keep you and your loved ones safe when temperatures rise. ❤️

Wildfire Preparedness Workshop with Erik Franco.

May is Wildfire Awareness Month! With 62% of the country facing drought and higher wildfire risk, now’s the time to prepare.
1️⃣ Sign up for alerts
2️⃣ Make an evacuation plan
3️⃣ Build a go-bag
4️⃣ Protect your home with a fire buffer zone
Learn more: fema.gov/blog/wildfire-awareness-month-4-ways-get-ready-fire-season