Home Hardening
Why do some homes survive in a wildfire and others don’t? Fire hardened homes may be one reason. According to the California Fire Safe Council, “Fire hardened means your home…
Why do some homes survive in a wildfire and others don’t? Fire hardened homes may be one reason. According to the California Fire Safe Council, “Fire hardened means your home…
September is National Preparedness Month, and the 2019 theme is “Be Prepared, Not Scared.” In case of a wildfire or other disaster, you should be prepared to take care of…
Just a reminder to keep your Fourth of July holiday safe and legal. Fireworks are banned in Tuolumne County.
Summertime is grilling time, and July is the peak month for grilling fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Seventy percent of U.S. households own at least one…
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) offers seven ways residents can reduce the risk that their homes and property will become fuel for a wildfire. Clear: Clear off pine needles,…
A Red Flag Warning is issued by the National Weather Service when warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of…
By now we have all heard that PG&E may be shutting off electrical power during times of potential wildfire threat. Here are some details of the program PG&E refers to…
Don’t let your campfire turn into a wildfire. The California Wildland Fire Coordinating Group offers advice on campfire safety. First, get a campfire permit. Campfire permits are required to have…
According to CAL FIRE, motorists are responsible for many wildfire sparked along roadways. Nearly all these fires can be prevented by following these vehicle safety tips provided by CAL FIRE….
Tuolumne Fire Safe Council, Inc.
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Tuolumne, CA 95379-0692
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