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2018 Was California’s Worst Wildfire Year

March 13, 2019

According to the National Interagency Coordination Center, 1.8 million acres of land was burned in California last year, making 2018 the worst wildfire year on record for California.  Acres burned was … [Read more...] about 2018 Was California’s Worst Wildfire Year

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Tuolumne County Fire Safety and Evacuation Preparedness Community Meetings

March 1, 2019

Tuolumne County has scheduled a series of fire safety and evacuation preparedness community meetings.  The meetings are provided in partnership with the Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors, CAL FIRE, … [Read more...] about Tuolumne County Fire Safety and Evacuation Preparedness Community Meetings

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Wildfire Related Bills

February 12, 2019

A number of wildfire related bills have been introduced in the California State Legislature.  The bills are in addition to Senate Bills 190 and 209 addressed in an earlier post.  SB 190 addresses … [Read more...] about Wildfire Related Bills

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Wildfire Prevention Bills Introduced

February 6, 2019

Two wildfire prevention bills have been introduced in the California State Senate by  Senator Bill Dodd (D-Napa).  Dodd has introduced Senate Bills 190 and 209.Senate Bill 190 addresses defensible … [Read more...] about Wildfire Prevention Bills Introduced

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Cold Weather Pet Protection

January 14, 2019

The cold weather is here, and as we bundle up to stay warm, it’s also time to protect our pets from the cold.  Here are some cold weather safety tips from the ASPCA.Towel dry your pet as soon as … [Read more...] about Cold Weather Pet Protection

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Home Heating Safety Tips

November 27, 2018

According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), heating equipment is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths.  Half of home heating fires are reported during the months of … [Read more...] about Home Heating Safety Tips

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Holiday Safety Tips

November 26, 2018

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that during last year’s holiday season there were over 14,000 Emergency Room visits resulting from holiday related decorating injuries.  Fires … [Read more...] about Holiday Safety Tips

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Fire Prevention Week October 7-13

September 25, 2018

Fire Prevention Week is October 7-13 and is being observed in Tuolumne County and around the nation.  Sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), this year’s theme is “Look, Listen, … [Read more...] about Fire Prevention Week October 7-13

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