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WILDFIRE REALITY CHECK The 2024 wildfire season has already been severe, with significant fires in Northern California, the Pacific Northwest and Canada. The Park Fire has burned over 380,000 acres, and Oregon’s Durkee Fire has scorched more than 280,000 acres. In Alberta, huge wildfires destroyed up to half of the historic town of Jasper, forcing…

August 2024 Newsletter First of all, thank you to all the residents who stopped by our Open House at Sta. 37 last month. It was a great turn out and we hope you learned a few things and got some good advice. Also thank you for the warm reception at the 4th of July parade.…

July Newsletter 2024 We had a great turnout at Sta. 37 on May 18th. Thank you to all who came by. We look forward to another one in October. Lots of good information was passed out. Here are some of the items discussed and to think about Disasters don’t Plan Ahead – BUT YOU CAN!!…

June Newsletter 2024 TAKE RESPONSIBILITY….Learn the facts and protect your home and family by creating defensible space. I know we have been talking about this on a regular basis, but IT’S A FACT. There are simple things you can do to help protect your home from wildfires and in the past we have given you…

9 Common Ways a Fire Can Start in Your Kitchen: 1. High Heat Source: Stoves and ovens left unattended can spark fires. 2. Cooking Oils: Overheated oils can ignite, worsened by water. 3. Unattended Cooking: Distractions lead to overheating food and cookware. 4. Flammable Objects: Everyday items like paper towels can quickly catch fire. 5.…

Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18, 2024, for an open house at Fire Station 37 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Meet firefighters, explore engines, and gather fire safety materials. 9 Common Ways a Fire Can Start in Your Kitchen: 1. High Heat Source: Stoves and ovens left unattended can spark fires. 2. Cooking…

Wildfire Ready: Get a FREE Home Assessment with the Fire Safe Council! Protect your home and family from wildfire season with a personalized assessment! The San Diego County Fire Safe Council is offering FREE home assessments to help you make your property safer from wildfires. This program provides valuable insights and recommendations tailored to your…

February 2024 Newsletter For February, we are going to talk about 10 ways to harden your home. 1) When it is time to replace your roof, replace with a fire resistant Class A roof material. 2) Install noncombustible corrosion resistant metal gutter covers on gutter to prevent the accumulation of leaves and debris in the…