Firewise® Madera County News

This is the Firewise® related news category of Firewise® Madera County's blog. This archive is time sensitive. Events and news, related to, or of interest to Firewise® will be posted here. Newer articles appear at the top.

News of the Week – June 2

June 2, 2017

Here is the news of the week for June 2:

Officials urge everyone to prepare for fire season.
New study looks at how California’s different ecosystems may be affected by climate change and fire.
Volunteer fire departments and the challenge of wildfire.

Have a great weekend, everyone

Roger

News of the Week – May 26

May 26, 2017

Here is the news of the week for May 26:

If you plan to go camping this Memorial Day Weekend, please check out these campfire safety tips.
Lawmaker claims Governor’s revised budget slashes millions from tree mortality funding, via Sierra News Online. Politifact rated this claim as mostly false.
Evacuations lifted in wildfire near San Diego.

Have a great Memorial Day Weekend, everyone

Roger

News of the Week – May 19

May 19, 2017

Here is the news of the week for May 19:

FIRE UPDATE: Elm Fire 40% contained.
Madera County gets an impressive new fire truck. Story via Sierra News Online.
Mariposa County residents frustrated by dead, piling trees as crews clear bark beetle infestation.

Have a great weekend, everyone

Roger