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Firewise USA® in San Luis Obispo: Building a More Fire Resilient SLO
The San Luis Obispo Fire Department (SLOFD) works with neighborhoods across the City to reduce wildfire risk through the Firewise USA® program.
As part of the City’s Prepare SLO initiative, Firewise empowers residents to take coordinated, practical steps to protect homes, neighborhoods, and critical infrastructure, particularly in areas near open space and within Fire Hazard Severity Zones.
5 Steps to Becoming a Firewise USA® Community
Every year, devastating wildfires frequently occur across the United States. At the same time, population growth in high-risk areas is on the rise.
While these fires will continue to happen, San Luis Obispo neighborhoods are taking actions to help reduce the risks of wildfire and increase the safety of their families and homes.
This toolkit provides key information and participation tips for homeowners and communities to take action to reduce wildfire risks at the local level.
Download the Toolkit
What are the benefits of becoming a Firewise neighborhood?
Neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo, especially those adjacent to open space and within mapped Fire Hazard Severity Zones, face increased wildfire exposure. Firewise participation not only helps build local wildfire risk reduction, but it also can affect your homes insurance, helps with evacuations, and gets you access to funding and resources.
Questions? Contact Us
Schedule a neighborhood meeting with Emergency Manager Little and Fire Marshal Daniel.