Shasta County Fire Safe Council

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Shasta County Fire Safe Council

SCFSC is a 501(c)(3) that helps protect citizens, and property from the effects wildland fires.

The Shasta County Fire Safe Council's main goal is to protect lives, property, and the natural resources in Shasta County from the devastating effects of wildfires. Our primary focus is on:

*Educating the public about the dangers of wildfires and how to prevent them.
*Helping neighborhoods stay safe from the effects of wildfires by sharing information and organizing more Firewise groups.
*Improvi

ng escape routes for leaving in a fire emergency and giving quick access to emergency firefighting resources.
*Lowering the chance of damaging wildfires by reducing fuels that can catch fire and threaten homes.
*Supporting fire safe communities by securing grant funding for fuels reduction and other fire safe projects. We currently support twelve Firewise Community groups in Shasta County. We provide educational materials, hold meetings, and raise funds to manage their costs like printing, outreach programs, as well as food and drinks for community events. These groups help us share important information with people about wildfire prevention and how to be ready. With your help we can continue to develop fuel reduction projects, so that together we keep Shasta County safe from the devastating effects of wildfires.

08/28/2026

✨We Are Hiring✨

Join Shasta County Fire Safe Council’s leadership team as the Executive Director!

Does this sound like you👇

- Collaborative board and community partner

- Strategic executor with sound judgment

- Strong grants and financial oversight

- Mission-driven nonprofit leader

➡️ Swipe the post for job details

Send your cover letter and resume to ⬇️
[email protected]

08/21/2026

Hear from a Whitmore homeowner about her experience with the California Wildfire Mitigation Program (CWMP) 🏠🌳🔥

The CWMP is focused on reducing wildfire risks and enhancing neighborhood safety through targeted home hardening and defensible space projects.

Learn more 👉 https://shastafiresafe.org/current-projects/cwmp-project-whitmore/

08/19/2026

One simple way to help harden your home against wildfire 🔥🏠👇

Replace wooden fencing with metal or other non-combustible material.

That’s exactly what one of our board members did to make sure their home was better protected.

Wood fences can act like a fuse, carrying fire straight toward your home.

That risk is especially important if the fence touches the structure.

The good news is you don’t always have to replace the entire fence.

Swapping out just the five feet of fencing closest to the house or structure can help create a safer break.

Small changes like this can make a big difference in reducing wildfire risk.

08/13/2026

Does your family know what to do in case of a wildfire?

Taking time to plan and practice now can make a big difference during an emergency.

Steps To Follow:

🔥 Create an Escape Plan: Make a fire escape plan for your home with at least two exit routes from each room whenever possible.

🔥 Assign Family Roles: Decide who will be responsible for important tasks, such as helping children, assisting older adults, or gathering pets.

🔥 Practice Your Drill: Walk through your plan together and time how long it takes for everyone to evacuate safely.

🔥 Review and Update Regularly: Revisit your fire drill plan throughout the year to make sure it still fits your household’s needs.

By conducting a home fire drill, you’re helping your household feel more prepared and confident in the event of a wildfire.

Practicing ahead of time can improve safety, reduce confusion, and help everyone know what to do when it matters most.

08/11/2026

Important leadership update 👉 swipe the post for all the details🔥

08/03/2026

Swipe the post for our top fire-safe tips for staying safe at the height of fire season!🔥  When vegetation is at its driest and temperatures remain high, wildfires can spread with little warning.

That’s why one of the most important steps you can take right now is to know your evacuation zone and have a clear plan for where you’ll go if an evacuation is ordered.  Preparing now can make a stressful situation more manageable later.

Knowing your zone and having a plan in place helps protect your household and gives first responders more room to do their work safely and effectively.

07/29/2026

Why do some houses burn in a wildfire and others survive?

Our speaker, Dr. Eric Knapp, Research Ecologist at USDA Forest Service, gave an insightful presentation on how to protect your home from wildfires based on data from the Camp Fire in Paradise, CA.

👉 Want to attend our next public education meeting to learn what you can do to increase wildfire resiliency in Shasta County?

Message me with your email address, and I’ll add you to the invite list 🔥

07/22/2026

A HUGE thank you to Sierra Pacific Foundation for their generous donation to support the education and outreach efforts of Shasta County Fire Safe Council 🙌

07/20/2026

Have You Participated in a Shasta County Fire Safe Council Program? ⬇️

We’d love to hear from you!

Whether you’ve been involved for years or just tried something for the first time, your experience matters — and sharing it can help others in our community take that next step toward wildfire preparedness.

Tell us about your experience with:

🔥 Firewise community efforts

🔥 Our free Chipping Program

🔥 An education or outreach event

🔥 The Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) process

🔥 Other wildfire preparedness resources or community programs

A few sentences about what you experienced, what you learned, or how a program helped you goes a long way.

Your story can help a neighbor feel more confident about getting started with wildfire preparedness.

👉 Send us a short testimonial at [email protected] — we’re grateful for every submission.

07/13/2026

Embers can enter your home through vents, making them an important place to inspect during wildfire season.

A few simple maintenance steps can help reduce risk.

Steps To Follow:

🔥 Inspect Your Vents: Check attic, soffit, and foundation vents for any damage, gaps, or loose materials.

🔥 Install Metal Mesh Screens: Use 1/8-inch metal mesh screens to help block embers from entering your home.

🔥 Clear Away Debris: Remove leaves, dust, cobwebs, and other debris around vents to maintain airflow and reduce fire risk.

🔥 Check for Ongoing Maintenance Needs: Make vent inspections part of your regular seasonal home maintenance routine.

By checking and clearing your vents, you’re taking an important step toward protecting your home from wind-blown embers.

Small maintenance tasks like these can make a big difference in helping your household stay safer during wildfire season.

Address

350 Hartnell Avenue, Suite E
Redding, CA
96002

Telephone

+15303600120

Website

http://shastafiresafe.org/

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