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The FIRESHED Project : Mapping tomorrows safety

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Coordinated Planning for a Safer Future Introduction:In the face of escalating wildfire threats, the San Luis Obispo County Fire Safe Council is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative known as the FIRESHED Project. This innovative endeavor aims to redefine the approach to wildfire and Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) planning by establishing common geographic FIRESHED planning areas. Similar to […]

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Home Hardening for Wildfire

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This news video describes a live wildfire burn demonstration in Irvine, California, that highlighted the importance of fire-hardened homes and maintaining a 5-foot clearance around structures in fire-prone areas. Here are the key points from the video: https://abc7.com/wildfire-burn-demonstration-southern-california-irvine-insurance-institute-for-business-and-home-safety/13797740/ Demonstration Purpose: The demonstration aimed to showcase the significant difference in outcomes between a fire-hardened home with

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Strengthening Community Resilience: CAMBRIA UPCOMING MEETING 9-27-23

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Hello everyone, We’re excited to announce our upcoming monthly meeting, scheduled for this Wednesday, the 27th, at 3 PM at the Fire House. For those unable to join in person, we’ll be sending out a Zoom meeting link early next week, ensuring that everyone can participate in the discussions. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s

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Huasna Valley FireSafe Focus Group Townhall Meeting Recap

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Date: Wednesday, September 13 Time: 6:30 pm Location: Steve Loomis Barn, 8451 Huasna Road Greetings, Huasna Valley residents and friends, Last Wednesd the Huasna Valley FireSafe Focus Group hosted a Townhall Meeting at the Loomis Barn. The event brought together community members, along with esteemed guests and experts in fire safety, to discuss critical topics

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Ensuring Safety: Firesafe Council Completes Tassajera Creek Roadside Clearance with PG&E Award

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In the ongoing effort to enhance wildfire safety and protect critical infrastructures, The Firesafe Council has achieved a remarkable feat by completing the Tassajera Creek Roadside Clearance project. The project, generously supported by a PG&E award, exemplifies the commitment of both organizations to safeguard communities and vital infrastructures from the threat of wildfires. This blog

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CAMBRIA CHIPPING EVENT

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Chipping Event:  This year’s chipping event will be held on September 4th.  Information is available on the CCSD website.  Free Chipping for Cambria Residents – Cambria Community Services District (cambriacsd.org)  You will need to fill out a form available at the District Fire Station @ 1540 Burton Drive (front door) before September 1st. 

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Creating a Firewise Landscape: Lean, Clean, Green

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Discover a fire-resistant landscape without starting from scratch. Follow the lean, clean, and green principles: Lean Landscape: Space between plants and non-combustible pathways reduce fire risk. Choose moisture-retaining, slow-growth plants like natives, succulents, and Mediterranean varieties. Clean Landscape: Remove debris, thin trees, and clear undergrowth to minimize fire fuel. Green Landscape: Well-irrigated plants enhance fire

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