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Safe Winter Driving

Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with winter road emergencies. CAL FIRE reminds motorists to be cautious while driving in adverse weather.  More...    Consumer News - Safe Winter Driving Tips

Forest Carbon Plan - Public Comment (Draft)

The Forest Carbon Plan has now been posted for public review. Your comments are welcome. Please send email your comments to fcat.calfire@fire.ca.gov. Comments are due by February 23. The Forest Carbon Plan will be finialized in Spring 2017. More...    Forest Carbon Plan (Draft)

CAL FIRE Awards Over $15 Million in New Grants - Projects Will Help Reduce Wildfire Threat

CAL FIRE has awarded over $15 million in Fire Prevention and Tree Mortality Grants. These grants are aimed to reduce the elevated threat of wildfires due to the current drought conditions and epidemic levels of tree mortality. Learn More...

2017 SRA and TM Project Grant Recipients

Safe Home Heating

Home fires often occur during the cold winter months due to dangerous heating equipment or unsafe practices. CAL FIRE offers some important safety tips to help keep your home safe and warm this winter. More...

Safe Home Heating Video   Carbon Monoxide Danger Video

Debris Burn Permit Information

Stay informed on the latest on outdoor debris burn permit information. 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. Learn More...

Buy It Where You Burn It - Help Stop The Spread Of Forest Pests

Firewood can harbor insects and diseases that threaten California's forest resources. Transporting firewood can move these pests to new locations. Learn more about the threats and what you can do. More...

California Bark Beetle Epidemic

The bark beetle epidemic has hit California’s wildland forests in the coastal ranges, mountains and foothill communities, posing particular threat where dead trees are near homes and private property. In these areas, CAL FIRE has launched a public outreach campaign to educate and motivate residents to take steps now to protect their home and property from wildfire. . More...

Bark Beetle Video   Tree Mortality News Release

Tree Mortality Task Force

The Tree Mortality Task Force is comprised of state and federal agencies, local governments, utilities, and various stakeholders that will coordinate emergency protective actions, and monitor ongoing conditions to address the vast tree mortality resulting from four years of unprecedented drought and the resulting bark beetle infestations across large regions of the State. Learn More...

CAL FIRE Grant Opportunities

CAL FIRE grants are aimed at reducing the threat of large wildfires and meeting Governor Brown's goal of transitioning California to a sustainable, low-carbon emission future. More...