Auburn, CA…The Placer County Sheriff’s Office released an important PSA this week regarding hi-low sirens and how they can help keep us safe. The hi-lo siren was installed in patrol units in 2019 to be used during emergency evacuations. The sound is different from the traditional police siren — it will ONLY be used in areas facing danger from a wildfire, chemical spill, flood, etc.

Wildfire season has begun, and we have already responded to several close calls this past week. Some of you may have heard our deputies use a European-style siren during the most recent evacuations. Our Hi-Lo siren was installed in patrol units last year to be used during emergency evacuations. This sound is different than the traditional police siren — it will ONLY be used in an area that is in danger because of a fire, chemical spill, flood, etc. If you hear the Hi Lo siren in your neighborhood/area, it’s time to evacuate.

Watch the video for more information on how you can be prepared if and when you hear the siren in your neighborhood: