San Elijo Hills Fire Safe Council, Inc

10/18/2026

The SEH FSC is at Oktoberfest today! Stop by our booth to learn about our grant program where we help you remove vegetation to achieve Zone 0 and get discounts on your homeowners insurance.

Also, we have to recertify our Firewise USA Designation by Nov 21st. Ask us how you can help to make sure you continue saving money on your policy.

10/17/2026

🍁🍂 Oktoberfest is TOMORROW, and we’re bringing more than just wildfire preparedness tips! 🍂🍁

The San Elijo Hills Fire Safe Council will be at the SEH HOA Oktoberfest, and we’d love for you to stop by and say hello! 🍻

🏡 Did you know we have grant money available to help homeowners make their homes safer?

Our Zone 0 Grant Program is accepting applications, and qualifying homeowners may receive $750–$2,250 in reimbursement funding to help remove vegetation within the first 5 feet of their homes.

⏰ ONLY 14 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY! Applications close October 31st!

Come visit our booth tomorrow! We’ll be happy to answer questions, explain how the grant works, and help you understand what steps you can take to better protect your home from wildfire.

💚 Stronger homes. Safer neighbors. A more resilient community.

🔗 Learn more and apply at SEHFSC.org under Resources → Grant.

See you at Oktoberfest! 🍂🍻

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10/16/2026

🍁🥨 Oktoberfest, Community & FREE MONEY for Wildfire Preparedness! 🔥🏡

The San Elijo Hills Fire Safe Council will be at the SEH HOA Oktoberfest this weekend, and we’d love for you to stop by!

💰 Did you know we have a grant program to help homeowners achieve Zone 0?

We’re helping eligible homeowners offset the cost of creating a safer, more fire-resistant space around their homes!

⏰ Our grant application window closes OCTOBER 31! Don’t miss your opportunity to apply!

Stop by our booth to learn about:
💚 Our homeowner grant program and how to apply
🏡 Zone 0 and home hardening improvements
🌳 Defensible space and wildfire preparedness
🔥 Simple steps to help protect your home and neighborhood

Whether you’re ready to make improvements or just have questions, we’re here to help!

Stronger homes. Safer neighbors. A more resilient community. 💚

🥨🍂 Come say hello, enjoy Oktoberfest, and find out how we can help put grant dollars toward your wildfire preparedness projects!

🌐 SEHFSC.org

10/16/2026

🔥💨 Santa Ana winds are here, San Marcos!

We’re experiencing hot, dry, and windy conditions today, and that means an increased risk of wildfire across our region.

⚠️ A High Wind Warning remains in effect through Saturday evening, with some areas of San Diego County potentially seeing wind gusts of 45–55 mph.

A little extra preparation goes a long way!

🏡 Secure outdoor furniture and anything that could blow away.

🔥 Avoid activities that could create sparks or accidentally start a fire.

🔋 Charge your devices and prepare for possible power outages.

📱 Keep an eye on official weather and emergency updates.

And don’t forget to check in on your neighbors, especially those who may need a little extra help preparing.

Wildfire preparedness is a shared responsibility, and looking out for each other is what makes our community stronger. ❤️

Stay safe, San Marcos!

📍 Source: SDG&E Weather Briefing and National Weather Service
https://www.sdgeweather.com/weather-briefing

10/10/2026

🚒 Big news for public safety in San Marcos!

Lindsey Smith had the opportunity to speak with Jane Kim with ABC 10News this week about the groundbreaking of Fire Station 5 and what this investment means for our community!

A few fun facts:

🚒 The new $25 million station will be located at Las Posas Road and Armorlite Drive, helping improve emergency response times throughout San Marcos.

🚑 It will bring additional firefighters, a new fire engine, and an ambulance to serve our growing community.

🏆 Our San Marcos Fire Department has an ISO Class 1 rating, the highest possible rating for fire protection capabilities, which is especially important as residents navigate the challenges of homeowners insurance.

As President of our local Fire Safe Council, I know firsthand that public safety isn’t just about responding to emergencies. It’s also about prevention, preparedness, and protecting the neighborhoods we call home.

Investing in public safety today means building a safer, stronger San Marcos for tomorrow. ❤️

Thank you to ABC 10News for highlighting this important milestone!

📺 Watch the story:

Fire Station 5 will be located at the corner of North Las Posas Road and Armorlite Drive, expanding emergency services and improving response times in San Marcos.

10/07/2026

Yesterday Lindsey Smith, President of the Fire Safe Council was invited to give a presentation about what the SEH FSC is doing in San Marcos to help get homeowners off the Fair Plan and back into the regulated insurance market. Thank you CALFIRE Chief Mecham for your kind words about our work in the Community.

09/24/2026

🔥 GRANT PROGRAM IS LIVE 🔥

⭐️ We are currently accepting applications for our newest grant program. We want to help homeowners obtain the Wildfire Prepared Home designation and get off the Fair Plan and back into the traditional insurance market.

🌲 Ready to clear your Zone 0? Get a bid, submit your application, and we can help cover the cost of getting the work done.

09/23/2026

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09/19/2026

This is encouraging news for California homeowners and another reason why wildfire preparedness and home hardening matter.

The California Department of Insurance announced TODAY that State Farm and Allstate have both taken steps toward writing new homeowners policies in California again.

State Farm has filed plans to resume accepting new applications for the first time since 2023, including homes statewide that meet certain IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home standards. Allstate has also filed plans signaling its intent to begin writing new residential policies for the first time since 2022.

An important caveat: neither company is open for new business yet. Both filings still need to go through the Department of Insurance review process.

But this is movement in the right direction and reinforces why the work we’re doing matters. Home hardening isn’t only about wildfire safety, it’s increasingly connected to insurability, too.

We’ll keep working to connect homeowners with education, grants and practical ways to harden their homes, one project at a time.

Prepared homes. Stronger communities. More options for homeowners.

09/18/2026

🙌🏻 What a night! Thank you, San Marcos! 🔥

Last night’s 2026 San Elijo Hills Fire Safe Council Emergency Preparedness Forum was exactly what our Fire Safe Council is about: connecting our community with the information, resources and people who can help us become better prepared and more resilient.

We covered a LOT - from wildfire preparedness and evacuation to home hardening, vegetation management, homeowners insurance and strategies for getting off the FAIR Plan.

We also had some BIG news to share: the launch of our new Zone 0 Vegetation Removal Grant Program! Qualifying homeowners can receive $750–$2,250 in reimbursement funding to help remove vegetation within the first five feet of their homes. This is about helping residents take practical steps toward safer homes while making those improvements more affordable.

One of my favorite parts of these events is seeing residents have the opportunity to ask questions directly of the experts and connect with organizations and businesses that can actually help them take the next step.

A huge thank you to our speakers, participating agencies, community partners, vendors, volunteers and everyone who gave their time to make the evening possible. An extra BIG thank you to all of the residents who showed up ready to learn and get involved.

When we started the Fire Safe Council, the goal wasn’t to make everyone a wildfire expert. It was to connect, educate and act - giving our neighbors better information, better resources and practical ways to make a difference.

We have the plan. Now we need the people. If you’d like to get involved, we’d love to have you.

More information about the grant program and Volunteering is available at sehfsc.org. Last night’s presentation will be available on our YouTube Channel.