The San Francisco Chronicle has developed a California fire map that allows people to see in near real-time where wildfires are burning in the state. Of some important interest, past wildfires also show up, so a good understanding of trends and conditions can be realized. Active fires can be selected, and an animated map will …
The California Fire Prevention Organization has earned a FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant to support the organization’s focus on wildfire education, prevention, and awareness. The grant, which will run through the summer of 2023 will allow the organization to support a wide array of activities throughout the State – focusing on those communities where …
There is a grim forecast for the State of California’s Drought situation. Although there was favorable rainfall in April (and some snow), that did little to alter the trajectory of sapped water supplies. This is the third year in a row when drought has created multiple challenges for the State. The snowpack from early April …
Santa Cruz, the original “Surf City,” is working with the California Fire Prevention Organization to produce a series of public service announcements related to water safety in the Santa Cruz area. “We’ve been partnered with Santa Cruz for a number of years, and the issue of drowning and water safety is a constant along the …
The California Fire Prevention Organization, working in collaboration with The Safe Community Project and the City of Calistoga will develop an educational series and event for Calistoga teens that highlights the CHP’s Every 15 Minutes initiative. The Every 15 Minutes program is a two-day program focusing on high school juniors and seniors, which challenges them to think …
Wildfires in California dramatically change landscape and ground conditions, which may lead to increased risk of debris flow (or flooding) during even moderate rains. Since scorched ground can no longer absorb water, residents living downstream of fire-affected areas and in nearby neighborhoods could experience flash flooding and mudflows for up to two years after a …
After a number of months sidelined due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cal Fire Prevention is pleased to announce that its public safety teams are back in the field, inspecting homes, installing free 10-year sealed smoke alarms, and helping families to be better prepared in the event of a home fire. “We’re back, and it’s a …
The ongoing pandemic related to COVID-19 is forcing Cal Fire Prevention to suspend our community canvassing for the time being. Typically, our public safety teams are inspecting homes, installing free smoke alarms where necessary, and teaching people about fire safety, evacuation, and related topics. “We’re not happy about suspending home inspections, but safety for our …
The new book on California Wildfires, California Burns, has received a number of rewarding responses from early purchasers of the book. With a low price of just $12.99, the book covers a wide range of wildfires in Southern California. In addition to the remarkable photographs, the digital book includes downloadable files, and demonstrates the capabilities …
For residents looking to track the latest information related to the N CA wildfires, the San Francisco Chronicle has developed a terrific interactive map. This well produced interactive map will allow you to search by fire the latest information. To use the map, click here.
The San Francisco Chronicle has developed a California fire map that allows people to see in near real-time where wildfires are burning in the state.
The California Fire Prevention Organization has earned a FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant to support the organization’s focus on wildfire education, prevention, and awareness.
There is a grim forecast for the State of California’s Drought situation. Although there was favorable rainfall in April (and some snow), that did little
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