The twelve Fire Safe Councils of the Napa Communities Firewise foundation span Napa County from Calistoga in the northwest to Gordon Valley in the southeast. Covering non-incorporated areas of the county, our councils help…
5 Things You Can Do Now to Protect Your Pets During a Wildfire
Taking these precautions and steps now can potentially save your pet’s life in an emergency situation…
Address Signs: What You Need to Know
First responders need to be able to find your residence at any time – but especially in emergencies. The more you help make their job easier, the faster they can move through neighborhoods helping everyone…
It Is A Red Flag Day – Now What?
These precautions could save lives in the event of a fire emergency…
Safety Tips for Hand & Power Tools
When working with hand tools, it is best to have personal protection, which includes proper long-sleeved clothing, gloves, hardhat, boots, eye protection, and noise protection equipment. The sharpest tools are best, since dull tools cause more accidents due to worker…
Defensible Space
Introduction The goal of this Web-based reference guide is to provide the citizens of Napa County with a comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand source of information on defensible space planning and practices. To view the official Napa County rules on defensible space,…
Fire Wise Landscaping
Fire Wise Plant Spacing Suggestions Proper placement or replacement of plants is important for any defensible space plan. Through proper plant selection, placement and maintenance, we can diminish the possibility of ignition, lower fire intensity, and reduce how quickly a…