Effective November 27, 2018, CAL FIRE has lifted burn permit suspension in Tuolumne, Calaveras, eastern Stanislaus, and eastern San Joaquin Counties. CAL FIRE advises that persons with current and … [Read more...] about Burn Permit Suspension Lifted
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Holiday Safety Tips
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
Turkey Fryer Safety Tips
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the peak day for home cooking fires. And turkey deep fryers are responsible for many of those fires. The NFPA … [Read more...] about Turkey Fryer Safety Tips
Wildfire Preparedness is Year Around
It may be November, but with deadly and destructive wildfires burning in northern and southern California, it is a reminder that being wildfire prepared is a year around activity.We have wildfire … [Read more...] about Wildfire Preparedness is Year Around
Defensible Space Contractors Added to Website
We have added a section to Resources on Defensible Space and Vegetation Management Contractors. Contact information is available for 12 contractors that serve Tuolumne County.It is a partial list … [Read more...] about Defensible Space Contractors Added to Website
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween is almost here. Make sure it’s an evening of treats, not tricks, with these Halloween safety tips from CAL FIRE and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).According to the … [Read more...] about Halloween Safety Tips
Fire Prevention Week October 7-13
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
National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. National Preparedness Month was first declared in 2004 and is sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help the general public prepare … [Read more...] about National Preparedness Month