Building a Fire-Resilient Pismo Beach: The First Focus Group Meeting This week marked an exciting milestone for wildfire safety in our community with the first meeting of the newly formed Pismo Fire Safe Council Focus Group. Held at the Pismo City Hall and led by Battalion Chief Paul Lee, the meeting brought together nine dedicated […]
Cambria Achieves 2025 Firewise USA® Recognition! We are thrilled to announce that Cambria has officially been recognized as a Firewise USA® community! This prestigious designation reflects our collective commitment to wildfire preparedness and safety, a vital step for protecting our beautiful town and its residents from the increasing threat of wildfires. What is a Firewise
Thank You PG&E for Supporting Critical Vegetation Management in SLO County The SLO County FireSafe Council is thrilled to announce the successful completion of several vital fuel reduction projects made possible by the generous support of PG&E through the 2024 Vegetation Management and Hazard Reduction Grant program. This funding has played a pivotal role in
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Updates & Stats from the September 18, 2024, Fire Safe Council Meeting in Avila Beach Fuel reduction is a critical part of San Luis Obispo County’s strategy to mitigate wildfire risks. The San Luis Obispo (SLO) Fire Safe Council (FSC) is involved in various ongoing and completed projects, each aimed at reducing fuel loads, removing
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Fire Safe Council Secures $3.1M Grant for Wildfire Prevention in SLO County The San Luis Obispo County Fire Safe Council has secured a $3,112,344 grant from CAL FIRE’s California Climate Investments (CCI) Program, marking a significant step forward in wildfire prevention. This grant will support a collaborative project involving multiple organizations to enhance wildfire protection
Celebrating the Success of the Cambria Chipping Event The Cambria Focus Group is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the Cambria Chipping Event, which took place on Tuesday, July 23rd. Thanks to the incredible support of our community, and funding from the California Climate Investments, 29 residents had their brush piles chipped in Cambria.
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Recap: Los Osos Fire Safe Townhall – A Huge Success!The Los Osos Fire Safe Townhall held on Saturday, August 3rd, at Sunny Side School was a tremendous success. We were thrilled to see so many community members come together to prioritize fire safety and preparedness. Key Highlights:Los Osos Community Service District Weed Abatement Ordinance 2023-01:
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Date: July 2024 Overview The July 2024 meeting of the San Luis Obispo County Fire Safe Council (SLO FSC) Board of Directors covered a range of critical issues and decisions aimed at enhancing fire safety and community resilience across the county. Here’s a summary of the key agenda items discussed: PRESENTATIONSA. Andrea Valdes, Community Relations
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Experience Enhanced Fire Safety at the 2024 FireSafe House at the Mid-State Fair! Date: July 19th – 30th, 2024Location: Mid-State Fair, Paso Robles We are getting ready for an engaging and educational escape from the summer heat? We’re excited to announce the return of the FireSafe House at this year’s Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles!
Keeping Cambria Safe: Join the 2024 FireSafe Community Cleanup & Chipping Event! Calling all Cambria residents concerned about fire safety! The 2024 FireSafe Community Cleanup & Chipping Event is just around the corner, offering a vital opportunity to reduce fire risk around your property. Organized by the Cambria Area Fire Safe Community, supported by the
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