NCO Lake County Home Hardening Program

06/12/2026

We were honored to welcome partners from across California, Maui, and around the country to tour our Home Hardening Program yesterday. While there are too many names to mention, representatives from CAL FIRE, the California & Maui State Fire Marshal's Office, Maui Mayor's office, the International Code Council, IBHS, Cal OES, CWMP, and many others took the time to learn about our local efforts and share their expertise.

Wildfire resilience is a team effort, and programs like ours are only possible because of strong partnerships, collaboration, and a shared commitment to protecting communities. We are grateful for the support, ideas, and encouragement from everyone who traveled to Lake County to be part of the conversation. Thank you for helping move wildfire resilience forward - together.

06/12/2026

Don't give fire a ladder! 🪜🔥

If you want recomendations for reputable, licensed and contracted tree and defensible space contractors- reach out to us. 👇🏼
Lake County Home Hardening
(707) 461-0760

🌲 Don’t give fire a ladder.

Untrimmed tree limbs are one of the most overlooked hazards on your property. They can create a direct path for fire to climb from the ground straight into the canopy.

Here’s what to do now:

✅ Limb trees up to create space between the ground and canopy

✅ Clear debris and vegetation beneath your trees

✅ Keep branches away from your roof and chimney

Get the checklist at 👉 ReadyForWildfire.org

06/08/2026

Before the Smoke: A Lake County Business Preparedness Forum
📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
🕞 3:30 – 5:00 PM
📍 Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, 5340 Third Street Kelseyville, CA
Cost: Free | Registration encouraged
Register:
https://forms.office.com/g/fPCk63dDgc
The Lake County Office of Emergency Services (OES), the Lake County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), and the Lake County Chamber of Commerce will host Before the Smoke: A Lake County Business Preparedness Forum, a free community event designed to connect local businesses with the resources, agencies, and relationships needed to prepare for and recover from disaster.
The forum will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at Kelseyville Presbyterian Church. Attendance is free, and registration is required.
Lake County businesses face recurring threats from wildfires, power outages, and other emergencies. This event is intended to help business owners act before disaster strikes - building the knowledge, contacts, and plans that can mean the difference between a business that survives a crisis and one that doesn’t.
Confirmed participating organizations include the Lake County Fire Chief’s Association, CAL FIRE, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and The Resiliency Institute (TRI).
Additional agenda details and presenters will be announced as the event date approaches.
Business owners, managers, and operators of all industries are encouraged to attend.
Space is limited and registration is encouraged to help with planning.

Before the Smoke: A Lake County Business Preparedness Forum

📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
🕞 3:30 – 5:00 PM
📍 Kelseyville Presbyterian Church, 5340 Third Street Kelseyville, CA

Cost: Free | Registration encouraged
Register:
https://forms.office.com/g/fPCk63dDgc

The Lake County Office of Emergency Services (OES), the Lake County Economic Development Corporation (EDC), and the Lake County Chamber of Commerce will host Before the Smoke: A Lake County Business Preparedness Forum, a free community event designed to connect local businesses with the resources, agencies, and relationships needed to prepare for and recover from disaster.

The forum will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, from 3:30 to 5:00 PM at Kelseyville Presbyterian Church. Attendance is free, and registration is required.

Lake County businesses face recurring threats from wildfires, power outages, and other emergencies. This event is intended to help business owners act before disaster strikes - building the knowledge, contacts, and plans that can mean the difference between a business that survives a crisis and one that doesn’t.

Confirmed participating organizations include the Lake County Fire Chief’s Association, CAL FIRE, California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and The Resiliency Institute (TRI).

Additional agenda details and presenters will be announced as the event date approaches.

Business owners, managers, and operators of all industries are encouraged to attend.

Space is limited and registration is encouraged to help with planning.

06/08/2026

We're excited to highlight our partners at Mendocino County Fire Safe Council and their recent efforts to connect future contractors with the knowledge and skills needed to build safer, more resilient communities.

Through a partnership with Mendocino County Office of Education, North Coast Builders Exchange, OBM Construction and NCO Lake County Home Hardening Program, students and future construction professionals are learning about fire-resilient construction practices that can help reduce wildfire risk and better protect homes.

These types of partnerships are critical to growing the local workforce while strengthening our communities' ability to withstand wildfire.

Listen to the 5 min podcast or read more about this great collaboration here:
👉 https://www.firesafemendocino.org/the-latest/future-contractors-learn-about-fire-resilient-construction

05/29/2026

Our partner - Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance is requesting bids for the Training Building Renovation and Accessibility Upgrades Project.

A mandatory pre-bid conference for this Request for Bids (RFB) will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM (Pacific Time) via Zoom.

See their original post for more information.

05/19/2026

Sometimes fire mitigation means tackling things you wouldn’t immediately think about - like a bird nest in your gutter! 🪺🏡

Don’t worry, no birds were harmed while making this home a little safer. A clean gutter helps reduce fire risk and keeps homes better protected during wildfire season. Small actions can make a big difference!

05/18/2026

A huge thank you to our AAA Lakeport Branch team for donating several dozen hygiene and pet care bags to support our vulnerable community members.

The impact these thoughtfully assembled bags have already made in such a short time has been incredible. As homelessness continues to rise, access to basic essentials like hygiene supplies, toothbrushes, and food for beloved pets provides comfort, dignity, and care when it’s needed most.

We are so grateful for the compassion and generosity behind this donation. Thank you for helping make a meaningful difference in our community and for being such valued community partners.

05/18/2026

Last week was a great opportunity to share our Lake County Home Hardening Program with agencies and officials who are as passionate as we are about home hardening. It’s encouraging to see so many partners coming together to talk about ways we can help communities better protect their homes from wildfire, build resilience, and improve access to insurance. Huge thank you to everyone who came out and helped move these important conversations forward!

05/12/2026

Have you checked out Hulu’s new series, “Designed to Last”? It asks architects and engineers to take on a question the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) focuses on everyday - "What does it take to build to withstand severe weather and wildfire?"

The big picture: Survivability comes down to the choices we make long before disaster strikes. Good to see that story being told in a new, entertaining way.

Check it out: https://lnkd.in/dN25BWrv

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05/11/2026

Did you miss wildfire preparedness week?! It's not too late - May is wildfire preparedness month! Now is the time to get your home and family ready. Wildfires move quickly, but a few simple steps can make a big difference - create defensible space around your home, review your evacuation plan, pack a go-bag, and sign up for local emergency alerts. Stay prepared before the next emergency happens. If you have questions of how to get ready, we're only a phone call away. (707) 461-0760