September 1, 2023Napa Valley Register – Barry Eberling Napa County has hit a fire protection jackpot of sorts — it will receive a $37.5 million federal grant for fuel reduction […]
The Growing Megafire Crisis — and How to Contain It
Megafires, or fires that burn more than 100,000 acres, are becoming more frequent worldwide, wreaking havoc on landscapes and communities — and fire experts say the problem is only going to get worse. George T. Whitesides is focused on fighting these devastating natural disasters through innovative technologies and intentional changes to how we build communities.
Wildfire Mitigation Compliance Provides Insurance Benefits and Fire Protection
California’s property insurance landscape has changed dramatically due to elevated wildfire risk and increased construction costs leading several insurance carriers to end, or significantly restrict, writing of new coverage policies
The Importance of Defensible Space
Good defensible space has proved to be incredibly important, allowing firefighters to put fires out before they become larger wildfire events
Angwin Fuels Reduction – Howell Mountain Roadside
Crews recently completed work on Howell Mountain Road, as part of a trio of projects Napa Firewise is spearheading in Napa County.
Silver Trail/Milliken Creek Fuel Reduction Project
After consulting with CalFire and firefighting professionals, the Silverado Fire Safe Council (FSC) undertook its first “Council-funded” fuels reduction project behind homes on Silver Trail alongside Milliken Creek. The result is remarkable
CAL FIRE Opens 45-Day Comment Period Regarding Remapping Fire Hazard Severity Zones
CAL FIRE received over 1,100 comments on the Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) remapping for the State Responsibility Area. They now have opened a new 45 day comment period from […]
CAL FIRE – OSFM Update Letter FHSZ Stakeholders
Adjustments were made to the map which resulted in just over 100,000 acres receiving an updated designation.
Cal Fire to suspend Napa County burn permits starting Monday
Cal Fire announced it will suspend all permits for outdoor residential burning in Napa and three other counties starting Monday