The following update was sent to the Chapman community on 12/3/20 at 8:45 p.m.
While the Bond Fire continues with little containment, the Rinker campus is no longer impacted at the level it was Thursday morning. Rinker campus will resume normal activity, Friday, December 4, for all Rinker faculty, staff and students. Air quality does remain an issue, although lessening as the fire burns away from the campus. Individuals with smoke sensitivity should attend to their health. Employees should contact their supervisor and student should contact their faculty members if arrangements need to be made to avoid the area.
Bond Fire Evacuation Map
A real-time evacuation map is available on the OC Sheriff’s website.
Precautions to Reduce Health Effects of Wildfire Smoke:
- Avoid any vigorous outdoor or indoor activity.
- People with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly, and children should remain indoors.
- Keep the windows and doors in your home closed.
- Use your air conditioner on the re-circulate mode, if available, to limit the intake of outdoor air and keep your home comfortable.
- Keep your airways (nose and mouth) moist by drinking extra amounts of water. This helps your body filter out potentially harmful particles in the smoke.
- Seek medical attention if you have symptoms such as chest pain, chest tightness, shortness of breath, or severe fatigue.
Additional precautions are especially needed for older adults, those with preexisting medical conditions like heart or lung disease, those with disabilities, children, and those who may be working outdoors.
For 24-hour assistance, contact Public Safety, (714) 997-6763. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
The following update was sent to the Chapman community on 12/3/20 at 9:08 a.m.
While the current evacuation zone resulting from the Bond Fire does not formally include the Rinker Health Sciences campus, the zone is nearby. With the health and safety of our community in mind, we are immediately canceling all in-person instruction at Rinker and limiting access to the campus to only critical staff defined by the appropriate senior staff and Rinker academic deans. Please do not attempt to access the campus until we have informed the Chapman community that we’ve re-opened the facilities. For those on either the Orange or Rinker campus impacted by the evacuations or who have concerns due to the location of the fire, you are authorized to leave. Please inform your supervisor if needed.
ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC INFORMATION HOTLINE
The County of Orange Emergency Operation Center has activated the Public Information Hotline and is ready to accept calls for the Bond Fire. The Public Information Hotline phone number is (714) 628-7085.
BOND FIRE EVACUATIONS
A real-time evacuation map is available on the OC Sheriff’s website.
CARE AND RECEPTION CENTERS
- Due to COVID-19, no congregate shelter is offered. A temporary OC Red Cross evacuation point is at 8405 E. Chapman Ave, Orange. Info and restrooms available.
- OC Animal Care can take small household pets at their Tustin Facility- 1630 Victory Road, Tustin CA 92782
Precautions to Reduce Health Effects of Wildfire Smoke:
- Avoid any vigorous outdoor or indoor activity.
- People with respiratory or heart disease, the elderly and children should remain indoors.
- Keep the windows and doors in your home closed.
- Use your air conditioner on the re-circulate mode, if available, to limit the intake of outdoor air and keep your home comfortable.
- Keep your airways (nose and mouth) moist by drinking extra amounts of water. This helps your body filter out potentially harmful particles in the smoke.
- Seek medical attention if you have symptoms such as chest pain, chest tightness, shortness of breath or severe fatigue.
Additional precautions are especially needed for older adults, those with preexisting medical conditions like heart or lung disease, those with disabilities, children and those who may be working outdoors.
For 24-hour assistance, contact Public Safety, (714) 997-6763. In an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Please take care of yourself and your loved ones. If you need additional support, please visit our Health and Wellness website for additional resources.
