FIRE SAFE San Mateo News
02 February 2025
It will happen here again: Reflecting on the LA fires and what it means for Bay Area fire prevention SpeakerDavid ShewMark BrownMichael WaraDerek Fong DateThu January 23rd, 2025, 12:30 - 1:30 pm Event SponsorThe Bill Lane Center for the American West...
26 January 2025
24 January 2025
FireDome, a new Israeli tech startup, has developed an innovative wildfire defense system modeled on the Iron Dome, one of the most successful anti-missile defense systems....
21 January 2025
Wildfire Defense Series- Episode 2: Watch this video to learn about how the magnificent oak trees (Quercus spp.) are adapted against wildfire ignition and how they can be a benefit to our defensible space....
Evacuation Preparedness
Recent wildfires reinforce the importance of preparedness. When a wildfire strikes, seconds count. If you live in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), you must be prepared to evacuate at all times during fire-season. Follow our simple guide to help San Mateo residents prepare for and safely evacuate.
Home Hardening
Your home's first line of defense against an approaching wildfire. At least 100' of Defensible Space is required by law to help slow or stop the spread of wildfire, protecting your home from direct flame contact and radiant heat, and catching or redirecting wind blown embers.
Defensible Space
Your home's first line of defense against an approaching wildfire. At least 100' of Defensible Space is required by law to help slow or stop the spread of wildfire, protecting your home from direct flame contact and radiant heat, and catching or redirecting wind blown embers.
Living With Fire
FIRE SAFE San Mateo County publishes the excellent "Living With Fire in San Mateo County" as a valuable resource for homeowners. Updated in 2016, this magazine style resource is available in PDF and print formats.
Projects
FIRE SAFE San Mateo County conducts a variety of local projects with grant and local funding, to provide education and fuel reduction to every San Mateo community.
