Fire Safe Sonoma

Fire Safe Sonoma Fire Safe Sonoma is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3).

Our mission is to provide education, exchange information, and foster fire prevention and fire safety within the County of Sonoma.

While it can anxiety-inducing to think about being evacuated in the case of a wildfire, that anxiety can be reduced by p...
05/29/2026

While it can anxiety-inducing to think about being evacuated in the case of a wildfire, that anxiety can be reduced by planning what you’ll do and where you go if you get that evacuation alert. Go through the slides to assess how you should plan for an evacuation and look at key things to remember and ask yourself. Everyone’s situation is different so make sure your emergency plan is tailored to YOU!

When it comes to preparing for an emergency and a possible evacuation, the first step is to know what zone you’re in. Th...
05/29/2026

When it comes to preparing for an emergency and a possible evacuation, the first step is to know what zone you’re in. The more familiar you are with your evacuation zone, the faster you can react and evacuate in the case of an emergency. Socoemergency has great, easy tools for you to find your zone and look at the surrounding zones as well.

PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS - For this week, out two main partners and inspirations are The National Weather Service and CAL FIRE...
05/21/2026

PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS - For this week, out two main partners and inspirations are The National Weather Service and CAL FIRE. The National Weather Service is constantly monitoring wildfires and weather that increases risk of wildfires, therefore this agency issues red flag warnings when conditions have become severe. Check out the fire weather section under the forecast tab on their website, as well as a constantly updating map where you can put in your zip code for a detailed weather update.

CAL FIRE is a continued partner, collaborator, and inspiration to Fire Safe Sonoma. The practical tips we’ve been sharing this week are inspired by the “One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire” campaign. Check out their website with abundant resources and knowledge from the experts!

It’s easy to spark a fire when driving, but also easy to check your vehicle and follow these practical guidelines to red...
05/20/2026

It’s easy to spark a fire when driving, but also easy to check your vehicle and follow these practical guidelines to reduce the wildfire risk.

Make sure nothing is dragging on the ground, especially any chains when towing.

Check your tire pressure to make sure you’re not driving on exposed rims, which can throw sparks.

Don’t drive or park your vehicle on dry grass or brush - hot exhaust pipes and mufflers can ignite fires.

Stay tuned for more tips this week, and for week four we’ll be covering emergency preparedness and evacuations.

Here’s another quick tip when it comes to wildfire prevention! Being cautious when mowing during the hotter, dryer month...
05/20/2026

Here’s another quick tip when it comes to wildfire prevention! Being cautious when mowing during the hotter, dryer months is a small step you can take that could make a big difference. Mowing in the cool mornings and being mindful that your mower is steering clear of dry vegetation and rocks reduces risk of a fire sparking. Stay tuned for more everyday tips!

As we enter the third week of Wildfire Preparedness month, we wanted to share some practical tips and information that a...
05/19/2026

As we enter the third week of Wildfire Preparedness month, we wanted to share some practical tips and information that are relevant to our day-to-day lives. A frequently asked question, especially for folks new to the area, is what are red flag warnings? It’s a warning that there is critical fire danger over the next 24 hours following the announcement. When your area has a red flag warning, practice caution and stay up to date on your evacuation zone and route (more educational materials to come).

This month we’re welcoming CAL FIRE Battalion Chief Marshall Tuberville to give us Fire Season Updates as we head into t...
05/18/2026

This month we’re welcoming CAL FIRE Battalion Chief Marshall Tuberville to give us Fire Season Updates as we head into the hot summer months. The zoom and YouTube livestream will be on Thursday, 5/28 @ 2pm. Link in bio to register!

For larger properties or people involved in general land stewardship in Sonoma county, Tending the Land for Fire Resilie...
05/15/2026

For larger properties or people involved in general land stewardship in Sonoma county, Tending the Land for Fire Resilience in Sonoma county is a guide to achieve a variety of goals, from developing fire resilience to conserving water, enhancing wildlife habitat, and more. It’s meant to inform and empower land stewardship of all kinds, from individuals to community groups to professionals. It’s linked in our bio!

PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS - These are some of our key partners and resources when it comes to defensible space and home hardeni...
05/14/2026

PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS - These are some of our key partners and resources when it comes to defensible space and home hardening. Check them out at their own instagrams, Facebook accounts and websites!

Resilient Landscapes Coalition - a fantastic resource for all things landscaping in Sonoma county, focusing on native plants, biodiversity, and implementing defensible space practices. They’ll be hosting a 4-part webinar series in June! (Link in bio)

California Fire Safe Council has a variety of resources that apply statewide, not just Sonoma county. One resource we think would be beneficial would be their Fire Safe Vendor List, which can show reputable businesses that can help with your home hardening and defensible space.

NIST - The National Institute of Standards and Technology has been conducting research on fire safety for decades, and their findings have led to many of the recommendations we’ve gone over this week. Check them out for a more educational deep dive on wildfire preparedness!

IBHS - The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety has done extensive research on wildfire risk to homes and structures, as well as how to reduce risk and loss/damage of homes.

CAL FIRE - Everybody knows and loves them! They can conduct free home or defensible space inspections (link in bio)

All about defensible space! The recommendations for defensible space are different depending on the zone. There are 3 zo...
05/13/2026

All about defensible space! The recommendations for defensible space are different depending on the zone. There are 3 zones, each one extended further from your house. Zone 0 is the first 5 feet from your house, Zone 1 is 5-30 feet from your house, and Zone 2 is 30-100 feet from your house. Scroll through to look at the specific recommendations for each zone!

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