Potentially abandoned dog at the top of Risinghill. A brown, light-eyed Chihuahua mix has been using a neighbor's car as it's refuge. The neighbor tried for the last 5hrs (with biscuits & food) to coax it out but no luck.
There is no collar and no tag. Another neighbor has offered to temporarily shelter the dog if caught.
Any info or pics might help.
Monday, March 28, 2011
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Rain Stats
Thanks to Ray for the following rain stats:
Storms over the past weekend (March 19-22) dropped 5.5" of rain in Altadena (at elev. 1670'), most of it (4.8") fell on Sunday and Sunday night.
Storms over the past weekend (March 19-22) dropped 5.5" of rain in Altadena (at elev. 1670'), most of it (4.8") fell on Sunday and Sunday night.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Update: Lost Dog Loma Alta
Great Update: Thanks to a Meadows neighbor, "Andy" was spotted on the freeway and recovered by Animal Control. He's on his way to reuniting with his owners. Thanks Meadows!
Looking for a dog who ran due to the thunder this morning. These are friends of mine on Loma Alta near the equestrian area. The dog's name is "Andy" and is friendly. If you see him, please call Amanda at 213-700-3520.
Thanks.
Looking for a dog who ran due to the thunder this morning. These are friends of mine on Loma Alta near the equestrian area. The dog's name is "Andy" and is friendly. If you see him, please call Amanda at 213-700-3520.
Monday, March 14, 2011
EQ Preparedness
A good reminder from Caolyn Seitz:
The magnitude 9.0 Earthquake and the follow-on Tsunami has had a significant impact on not only Japan, but some of the coastal cities in California, Oregon and Hawaii.
No one is yet able to reliably predict when these kinds of catastrophic events will occur.
We live in Earthquake country. Please take some time now to check your emergency supplies to be sure they are still fresh enough to sustain you if we experience a massive earthquake or other catastrophic event here.
If you haven't yet taken time to put supplies together for yourself and your family, this is a good time to start.
While the information below recommends a 3 day supply, the guidelines for our area recommend a minimum 10 day supply per person, and please remember your pets. They'll need food, water, bedding, their medications, and medical supplies too.
Having emergency supplies on hand - at home, in your vehicle and at work can be the equivalent of cheap insurance. Insurance only seems expensive when you don't need it. It's invaluable when you do need it and having emergency supplies readily available will prove invaluable if it makes the difference between being able to sustain yourself and your family members or not.
You can check out the websites below for more information. I've also copied the text from some and included it in this email.
http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/
When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it's best to think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:
Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Local maps
Cell phone with chargers
Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:
Prescription medications and glasses
Infant formula and diapers
Pet food and extra water for your pet
Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
Cash or traveler's checks and change
Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
Fire Extinguisher
Matches in a waterproof container
Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
Paper and pencil
Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
From the Los Angeles County Emergency Survival Program website - and note that on their website they have an emergency planning activity recommended for each month of the year, with preparation of an emergency kit the activity for March.
http://lacoa.org/PDF/ESP10/Mar10.pdf
The magnitude 9.0 Earthquake and the follow-on Tsunami has had a significant impact on not only Japan, but some of the coastal cities in California, Oregon and Hawaii.
No one is yet able to reliably predict when these kinds of catastrophic events will occur.
We live in Earthquake country. Please take some time now to check your emergency supplies to be sure they are still fresh enough to sustain you if we experience a massive earthquake or other catastrophic event here.
If you haven't yet taken time to put supplies together for yourself and your family, this is a good time to start.
While the information below recommends a 3 day supply, the guidelines for our area recommend a minimum 10 day supply per person, and please remember your pets. They'll need food, water, bedding, their medications, and medical supplies too.
Having emergency supplies on hand - at home, in your vehicle and at work can be the equivalent of cheap insurance. Insurance only seems expensive when you don't need it. It's invaluable when you do need it and having emergency supplies readily available will prove invaluable if it makes the difference between being able to sustain yourself and your family members or not.
You can check out the websites below for more information. I've also copied the text from some and included it in this email.
http://www.ready.gov/america/getakit/
When preparing for a possible emergency situation, it's best to think first about the basics of survival: fresh water, food, clean air and warmth.
Recommended Items to Include in a Basic Emergency Supply Kit:
Water, one gallon of water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation
Food, at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food
Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert and extra batteries for both
Flashlight and extra batteries
First aid kit
Whistle to signal for help
Dust mask, to help filter contaminated air and plastic sheeting and duct tape to shelter-in-place
Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties for personal sanitation
Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
Can opener for food (if kit contains canned food)
Local maps
Cell phone with chargers
Additional Items to Consider Adding to an Emergency Supply Kit:
Prescription medications and glasses
Infant formula and diapers
Pet food and extra water for your pet
Important family documents such as copies of insurance policies, identification and bank account records in a waterproof, portable container
Cash or traveler's checks and change
Emergency reference material such as a first aid book or information from www.ready.gov
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person. Consider additional bedding if you live in a cold-weather climate.
Complete change of clothing including a long sleeved shirt, long pants and sturdy shoes. Consider additional clothing if you live in a cold-weather climate.
Household chlorine bleach and medicine dropper – When diluted nine parts water to one part bleach, bleach can be used as a disinfectant. Or in an emergency, you can use it to treat water by using 16 drops of regular household liquid bleach per gallon of water. Do not use scented, color safe or bleaches with added cleaners.
Fire Extinguisher
Matches in a waterproof container
Feminine supplies and personal hygiene items
Mess kits, paper cups, plates and plastic utensils, paper towels
Paper and pencil
Books, games, puzzles or other activities for children
From the Los Angeles County Emergency Survival Program website - and note that on their website they have an emergency planning activity recommended for each month of the year, with preparation of an emergency kit the activity for March.
http://lacoa.org/PDF/ESP10/Mar10.pdf
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Grow Your Own Vegetables
Become a Certified UC Victory Gardener through the GROW LA VICTORY GARDEN INITIATIVE
Part of University of California Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardener Program
Join Your Neighborhood Victory Garden Circle:
Location: Altadena Community Garden
3330 Lincoln Ave.
(adjacent to Loma Alta Park)
Altadena, CA
Dates/times: April 9, 16, 23 & 30 (Saturdays)
Beginning Class - 9:00 a.m. to noon
Intermediate Class – 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Cost: $50 for series or $15 per class
Registration: Call Jeri Huston at 323-344-6012 or
E-mail at Jeri.Huston@yahoo.com
Part of University of California Cooperative Extension’s Master Gardener Program
Join Your Neighborhood Victory Garden Circle:
Location: Altadena Community Garden
3330 Lincoln Ave.
(adjacent to Loma Alta Park)
Altadena, CA
Dates/times: April 9, 16, 23 & 30 (Saturdays)
Beginning Class - 9:00 a.m. to noon
Intermediate Class – 2:00 – 5:00 pm
Cost: $50 for series or $15 per class
Registration: Call Jeri Huston at 323-344-6012 or
E-mail at Jeri.Huston@yahoo.com
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