
Field-Tested Programs for Wildfire Resilience






Non-Combustible Foundation
Eliminate all combustible materials directly adjacent to your home. This critical zone requires concrete, gravel, or rock landscaping to prevent ember ignition.
Defensible Space Clearing
Reduce fuel load by removing dead vegetation, thinning trees, and maintaining irrigated lawns. Create horizontal and vertical separation between plants to slow fire spread.
Fuel Reduction & Thinning
Focus on reducing the intensity of a wildfire approaching your property. This involves removing smaller trees, pruning lower branches, and eliminating continuous fuel paths.
Establish Your Fire Safe Council
Connect with Neighbors
Define Your Boundaries
Develop a CWPP
Achieve Firewise USA®
Gather interested residents and identify local wildfire concerns. Initial meetings build consensus and shared commitment.
Map your proposed council area, considering natural features and existing community lines. This defines your operational scope.
Work with experts to create a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). This plan outlines specific mitigation projects and priorities.
Implement your CWPP and apply for Firewise USA® recognition. This certification demonstrates your community's commitment to wildfire safety.
Ready to build a resilient community?
Schedule a field assessment or community consultation today to start your wildfire mitigation journey.
