FireSafeSLO

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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Know Your Zone: Safer Evacuations in San Luis Obispo County

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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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Experience Fire Safety at the Mid-State Fair’s FireSafe House!

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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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The Cambria Fire Safety Event: Empowering Residents with Home Hardening and Evacuation Preparednes

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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

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