On Saturday, April 30th, 2011 between 09:30 and 11:30 a.m., the Sierra Fire Protection District (S.F.P.D) will be conducting a simulated or practice evacuation exercise for the Galena Forest and surrounding subdivisions.

An evacuation route has been established by S.F.P.D. through the Montrêux subdivision. A portion of residents from the Galena subdivision will evacuate via the Alpes Way auxiliary access gate to Bordeaux Drive and exit directly to the De Chardin or Bordeaux Ct. emergency gates. Personnel from the S.F.P.D. and Montrêux Security will assist in directing evacuees during this practice exercise through the Montrêux community using the planned evacuation route. Every effort will be made not to disturb or inconvenience Montrêux residents in any way. Montrêux residents will receive a recorded evacuation notice on the Washoe County reverse 911 telephone system. You are reminded that this is just a drill and your participation is strictly voluntary.

Participation, planning, and cooperation of the Montrêux subdivision with the surrounding community and emergency response agencies enhance our safety and helps protect the beautiful area in which we live. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this brief exercise.

Questions regarding this, or any other security concern within our Montrêux community, please feel free to contact Capt. Mark Regan (S.F.P.D.) by phone at: 775-354-9529; or by email: mregan@washoecounty.us