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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 […]

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

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

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,

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

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

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

Fire Safe Council Secures $3.1M Grant for Wildfire Prevention in SLO County The San Luis Obispo County Fire Safe Council has secured a $3,112,344 grant from CAL FIRE’s California Climate Investments (CCI) Program, marking a significant step forward in wildfire prevention. This grant will support a collaborative project involving multiple organizations to enhance wildfire protection

Date: July 2024 Overview The July 2024 meeting of the San Luis Obispo County Fire Safe Council (SLO FSC) Board of Directors covered a range of critical issues and decisions aimed at enhancing fire safety and community resilience across the county. Here’s a summary of the key agenda items discussed: PRESENTATIONSA. Andrea Valdes, Community Relations