We were notified today that our $2.8 million 2023 SLO COUNTY FUEL REDUCTION grant application was APPROVED for funding Scope of work: (Project list attached) This project will provide 30 treatments to enhance wildfire protection for 17 WUI communities at risk and more than 2,400 structures in SRA and 955 in LRA/SRA fringe by treating a total of 1,320acres of hazardous […]
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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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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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Today August 9th, 2023 the Cambria FireSafe Council held their monthly planning meeting. Below are some of the notes from the meeting. The official Meeting Minutes will be posted soon. Pinedorado: There will be a new Fire Engine in this years parade. They have received a Retired Fire Engine form the City of Pismo Beach.
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San Luis Obispo County OES , in collaboration with public safety agencies, SLO County Fire Chiefs Association, SLO FireSafe Council with funding by California Climate Investments, proudly introduces pre-established evacuation zones. These zones facilitate faster evacuation area identification for first responders during emergencies, while also allowing the public to easily determine their evacuation status. Emphasizing
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Escape the heat and enhance your fire safety knowledge at the FireSafe House during the Mid-State Fair in Paso Robles, from July 19th to 30th, 2023. Visit our fire-resistant demo home, explore fire-safe landscaping examples, interact with County Firefighters and FireSafe Council Members, and enjoy children’s activities, including a special appearance by Smokey the Bear.
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Fire Safety Event: Preparedness The Cambria Fire Safety Event: Empowering Residents with Home Hardening and Evacuation Preparedness On Saturday, May 6th, 2023, the Cambria community came together for an empowering event focused on fire safety and preparedness. With a recent increase in wildfires, residents gathered at the Cambria Fire Safety Event to learn crucial techniques
April 12th , 2023 Meeting – Cambria FireSafe Focus Group Today the Group continued discussions on the Fire Safe poster design contest. Local Cambria school students are working on designing fire prevention posters. The winners will be selected in three age categories. Contact your local school for details on submissions. The winning designs will be
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March 8th, 2023 WELCOME: Dave Pierson called the meeting to order at 3:15 PM. He asked for introductions around the room. PRESENTATION BY USLTRCD: Spencer Gordon led a presentation that laid out plans for vegetation treatment programs at Rancho Marino Reserve and Hearst Ranch properties on the peninsula north of Old Town San Simeon as
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