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- California Climate Action Team
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Fire InformationWhen CAL FIRE responds to a major incident the Department will create a web site. Major emergency incidents could include large, extended-day fires, floods, earthquakes, hazardous material spills, etc. More... |
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Prevent Cooking Fires This Holiday SeasonAs the holiday season approaches, CAL FIRE / Office of the State Fire Marshal is reminding Californians about the dangers that home fires pose. The holidays are a time of food, fun and festivities; but they are also a time to be extra cautious as thousands of home fires are caused from cooking equipment during the holidays.More... |
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Holiday/Winter Fire SafetyHolidays are a time for celebration, decorations, cozy fires in the fireplace, and extra goodies baking in the oven, all of which bring additional risks. Each year during the holiday and winter season fires injure thousands of people in the U.S. and cause hundreds of millions of dollars in damage. By following these holiday/winter safety tips you can help keep your family and home firesafe. More... |
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Debris Burning Safety and Burn Permit InformationDuring certain times of the year residential debris burning of dead vegetation is allowed. However, homeowners should always check with their local CAL FIRE station and local air quality management agency before burning. In many area burn permits may be required. More... |
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Seasonal Firefighter HiringThe filing period for the 2010 fire season is November 2, 2009 through January 29, 2010. |
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Tree Seedlings Available for Post-Fire Forest RestorationCalifornia’s forest landowners are again experiencing the impacts of wildland fires on their property. To assist those affected by wildfires, CAL FIRE has an assistance program that offers tree seedlings for reforestation. More... |
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Are You doing the right thing, the wrong way - Equipment Use SafetyEach year CAL FIRE responds to more than 1,600 fires started by Californians using equipment the wrong way. Whether working to create a defensible space around your home, just mowing the lawn, or pulling your dirt bike over to the side of the road, if you live in a wildland area you need to use all equipment responsibly. Lawn mowers, weedeaters, chain saws, grinders, welders, tractors, and trimmers can all spark a wildland fire. Do your part, the right way, to keep your community fire safe. More... |
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Make your Home Safe with 100 Feet Defensible SpaceProper clearance to 100 feet dramatically increases the chance of your house surviving a wildfire. This defensible space also provides for firefighter safety when protecting homes during a wildland fire. More... |
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Living and Building in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)Recently adopted building codes and standards reduce the risk of burning embers igniting buildings. Codes already in effect place standards on roofing construction and attic venting. The new building codes require siding, exterior doors, decking, windows, eaves wall vents, and enclosed overhanging decks to meet new test standards. More... |
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California Climate Action TeamThe Secretary of CalEPA will lead a Climate Action Team made up of representatives from many different agencies to implement global warming emission reduction programs and report on the progress made toward meeting the statewide greenhouse gas targets that were established in the executive order. Also, see what's new with CAL FIRE's Climate Change Program |