Knowledge Action protection
Be Wildfire Wise
There's help to get you fire ready!
Apply online at https://www.edcfiresafe.org/assistance-programs - or in person at the Georgetown Library (library staff will assist you in applying online).
All of the defensible space assistance programs are open and funded - you can find more information here: https://www.edcfiresafe.org/assistance-programs
* Chipping program - up to 6 hours of free chipping available each year, offered to all homeowners.
* Hazardous tree removal program - Removal of dead or dying trees within 100 feet of structures. Free for qualifying low-income households; 25% cost-share for all others, up to a maximum job cost of $4,000.
* Defensible Space Assistance Program - up to $1,500 of defensible space work provided by a licensed contractor to qualifying households: low-income, senior, disabled and/or veteran.
Don't be caught off guard-Have a plan
Evacuation order checklist
Evacuation order checklist
Evacuation order checklist
Because the time available to you may change in a moments notice, start with the first priority. Secure People, Pets, then Structure. Refer to local emergency plans for additional information.
Evacuation Planning MAp
Evacuation order checklist
Evacuation order checklist
Wildfire is an increasing risk in our region. Climate change, longer fire seasons, higher fuel loads and shrinking resources for firefighters all make a catastrophic fire much more likely. It is up to ordinary citizens to be more responsible to prevent fires as well as initiating plans and rehearsing for a fire emergency. This pamphlet is intended to initiate evacuation planning in case of a catastrophic wildfire.
Wildfire Home Retrofit Guide
Check out the new guide from a partnership of Nevada Counties; University of Nevada, Reno; and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Download PDF below.