Archive for the ‘Safety’ Category

Olivenhain Fire Safe Council

Posted on: October 25th, 2025

Most of Encinitas Ranch is located in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone. It is incumbent on all of us to be well prepared in the event of a wildfire. One of the five districts in Encinitas, Olivenhain, has done a great job in raising awareness, helping residents create defensible spaces around their homes, […]

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Key Findings from break-ins

Posted on: October 2nd, 2025

One of our board members, Steve Liu, recently interviewed homeowners who live in Quail Ridge and had experienced a home break-in. He was able to summarize his findings and we wanted to pass those along to everyone in the community. This is excellent information that can be used to minimize the chances of you experiencing […]

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Let’s have a safe and happy Halloween

Posted on: October 2nd, 2025

There has been a noticeable increase in fireworks and damage to private property and common areas in Encinitas Ranch over the past four of five years. In addition, there is more malicious behavior involving e-bikes and e-motorcycles. Parents, please communicate to your children the need to exercise safe behavior and respect to others. Let’s make […]

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Basketball Hoops

Posted on: October 2nd, 2025

There are an increasing number of basketball hoops in the community and with them comes an increase in potential safety and liabilty issues both for the owner and the association. So, help is needed from owners with basketball hoops to understand the guidelines for their use. There is specific language in our Architectural Standards about […]

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Confused? e-dirt bikes are not e-bicycles

Posted on: September 23rd, 2025

More people including children are riding e-motorcycles designed only for off-highway use. What used to be known as dirt bikes now also come in an electric version. Kids are drawn to the electric dirt bikes but parents need to be aware. These are not street-legal in California; no bike lanes, no sidewalks, no city trails.  […]

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Must have emergency preparedness applications

Posted on: September 22nd, 2025

There are many excellent resources available with valuable information about fire safety, prevention, and preparation. This is a small selection. We strongly recommend that you download these to your mobile devices. If an emergency disaster were to occur these could save you and your family.  Genasys Protect SD Emergency Watch Duty wildfire alert FEMA App […]

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