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
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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