Central OC Times

Congresswoman Julia Brownley, who represents California's 26th district in the U.S. Congress, recently expressed her gratitude and admiration for local emergency services and community resilience through a series of tweets. These messages highlighted the efforts of various organizations and individuals involved in responding to recent emergencies in Ventura County.

On November 21, 2024, Brownley acknowledged the collective efforts of emergency personnel in Ventura County. She stated, "I join a very grateful community in thanking the men and women of the Ventura County Fire Department, CAL FIRE, Ventura County Sheriff's Office, local law enforcement, and the unified command of 3,000 personnel on the ground, who swiftly responded to the destructive and…" This message underscored her appreciation for their swift response.

In another tweet posted on November 21, 2024, Brownley conveyed her admiration for first responders' bravery. She wrote, "I remain deeply inspired by the heroism of our firefighters and first responders and our community’s unwavering support for one another as we enter the recovery process and rebuild a stronger #VenturaCounty." This tweet emphasized her inspiration drawn from both first responders and community solidarity during recovery efforts.

Later that day on November 21, 2024, Brownley informed residents about available resources for dealing with hazardous waste following a local fire incident. She tweeted: "Attention #VenturaCounty residents! If you or someone you know is dealing with hazardous waste and debris due to the #MountainFire, there are resources available to you to assist with removal. Phase 1 hazardous waste removal, handled by federal and state teams, is available at…" This communication aimed at ensuring residents were aware of assistance options.