Official wildfire maps and alert systems help California residents track incidents, evacuation information, smoke, red flag warnings, and preparedness resources before and during wildfire events.
2017
An ember attack happens when wind carries burning material ahead of a wildfire. Learn why embers threaten homes, how vents become vulnerable, and what home hardening can do.
The Iroquois Theatre Fire remains a hard lesson in exits, alarms, occupancy, training, materials, and enforcement. Learn how historic fire failures inform modern safety thinking.
The wildland-urban interface is where homes meet vegetation that can carry wildfire. Learn why WUI exposure matters for defensible space, evacuation planning, codes, and vent protection.
Attic ventilation and insulation affect summer comfort, energy use, moisture control, and wildfire readiness. Learn how airflow, NFVA, and wildfire vent selection fit together.
Low-cost fire safety steps can reduce everyday household fire risk and support wildfire readiness. Start with alarms, extinguishers, dryer lint, cooking safety, defensible space, and vent checks.
