Saugus is prone to hot, arid summers and cold, wet winters. The warm weather continues into the fall months and starts back up again during the spring and often comes with wind. This makes SCV susceptible to wildfires year-round but especially during the warmer seasons. The dry brush canyons, like those of Bouquet and Vasquez Canyon, of Saugus tend to attract wildfire during warmer seasons.

While we cannot control the weather, we can be prepared in the case of a natural disaster. One major issue that many SCV residents have is where to evacuate to when a fire is nearby and they need to leave their homes. Below will list local and safe evacuation sites available to its residents.