2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zones: What You Need to Know CAL FIRE has released updated 2025 Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps, bringing a more accurate picture of wildfire risk across California. These maps are based on improved science, fire history, vegetation, and climate data. You can view the maps here: FHSZ Viewer. Top 3 […]
At California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) in San Luis Obispo, Dr. Chris Dicus leads the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) class, a course dedicated to addressing the complex challenges of wildfire management where natural landscapes meet human development. A significant component of this class involves students collaborating on real-world projects that contribute to community safety and
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Cambria Fire Safe Council Focus Group March 26th Meeting Recap The Cambria Fire Safe Council Focus Group gathered today at the Cambria Vet’s Hall and via Zoom for an engaging and productive session from 3:00 to 5:00 PM. The meeting covered several key topics essential to fire safety, community preparedness, and upcoming initiatives. Here’s a
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We are excited to share details about upcoming community meetings designed to strengthen wildfire awareness and preparedness throughout Cambria. As we continue to face challenges posed by wildfires in our region, the Cambria CSD Fire Department remains committed to providing essential resources, education, and support to ensure the safety and resilience of our community. Community
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Upcoming Fire Safe Events: Emergency Preparedness & Community Safety The San Luis Obispo Fire Safe Council, in partnership with CAL FIRE, is hosting an Emergency Preparedness Community Meeting on March 1, 2025, from 10 AM to 12 PM at the San Luis Obispo Veterans Hall (801 Grand Ave, SLO, CA 93401). This educational workshop will
Communication Towers: A Critical Need in Wildfire Zones Thanks to ALERTCalifornia | UC San Diego for all images and videos In an era where communication is the backbone of emergency response and daily life, protecting the infrastructure that makes it all possible is non-negotiable. Communication towers perched on ridge tops are among the most vulnerable
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California Forest Science Symposium – March 24-25, 2025 🌲 Integrating Science and Management Across California’s Forests 🌲 The California Society of American Foresters and the California Fire Science Consortium are thrilled to announce the inaugural California Forest Science Symposium, happening March 24-25, 2025, in beautiful Sacramento, California. This groundbreaking event is designed to unite researchers,
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San Luis Bay Estates Achieves Firewise Certification for 2025! We are thrilled to announce that San Luis Bay Estates has officially been designated as a Firewise USA® community for 2025! This prestigious certification, awarded by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), recognizes our collective efforts to reduce wildfire risks and enhance safety in our community.
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Welcoming Our New Executive President We are thrilled to announce Heather Moreno, County Board of Supervisor, as the new Executive President of the Fire Safe Council. Heather brings a wealth of experience and leadership, and we look forward to her guiding us through upcoming challenges and opportunities. The 2025 Annual Meeting of the San Luis
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Building Fire Resilience: Highlights from the Avila Working GroupThe Avila Working Group, a coalition of five geographically related Focus Groups, has been making significant strides in fire prevention and safety around Avila Beach and the Avila Valley. Over the past few years, their efforts have resulted in tangible benefits for the community, bolstering wildfire resilience