Preparedness

Amador Fire Safe Council

In January 2005 a new state law became effective that extended the defensible space clearance around homes and structures from 30 feet to 100 feet. Proper 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.

See this material created by Cal Fire:

Why 100 feet flyer?

Why 100 Feet brochure

Homeowners Checklist

Preparedness

updated 08/30/10

Examples of good defensible space.

Examples of poor defensible space.

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Preparedness

For more information, visit this new website called readyforwildfire.org, produced by CalFire.

Board Meeting Minutes

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Here's some information on landscape preparedness.

Also, some great information on what you'll need to evacuate pets and family as well as preparing your house.