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Simple actions you can take today:

What is CodeRED?

CodeRED is a high-speed mass notification system designed to keep you safe in the event of an emergency. This service allows us to deliver emergency or time-sensitive messages to you via text, email, landline, cell phone, RSS, social media, or a mobile application push. CodeRED alerts will display as originating from 866-419-5000 on your caller ID. If you missed any of the message details, you can also dial the number back to hear the complete message . Brought to you by Nevada County Office of Emergency Services

Take 14 minutes and watch "How Your House Can Survive a Wildfire" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vL_syp1ZScM . Brought to you by NFPA it includes steps you can take to clear the Immediate Zone -this includes both the home and the area of 0 to 5 feet out from the furthest attached exterior point of the home.
Take 26 minutes and watch "Be Ember Prepared" - https://youtu.be/gAuhNDb963Y . Recommended by Nevada County Coalition of Firewise Communities. 26-minute video with excellent information and powerful visuals that drive the message home that no matter what you might do about defensible space and landscape maintenance, it's the little things in and around your house that could determine if your house burns down (or not). From the University of Nevada, Reno. This is the BEST EDUCATION TOOL we've seen so far because of the great visuals and the focus on the dangers of the ember storm that is responsible for most burned homes.
Sign up for a Defensible Space Advisory Visit: The council implemented a volunteer advisory program with formal training by CAL FIRE and local resources to provide an advisory visit that mirrored a compliance inspection without the threat of enforcement. For information and to request a visit click here.
Order a Reflective Address Sign: help emergency responders (including 911 medics) find you faster. Signs can be ordered through Fire Safe Council of Nevada County: https://www.areyoufiresafe.com/online-orders/signs

Need assistance?:

Nevada City Office of Emergency Services FREE Chipping Program: https://www.nevadacityca.gov/287/Community-Green-Waste-Chipping-Program
Nevada City Office of Emergency Services - FREE Green Waste bin at Pioneer Park: https://www.nevadacityca.gov/287/Community-Green-Waste-Chipping-Program
AFN program: The AFN Program is funded by grants. Free Defensible Space advisory visits for low income Seniors or individual with disabilities. Contact the FSCNC office at (530) 272-1122 and leave your name, address, and phone number and a staff member will mail you an application. https://www.areyoufiresafe.com/forms
Landscaping Tips to Help Defend your HomeFrom Wildfire: Power Point presentation from UCCE Master Gardeners Click here
Firewise plant advice: Master Gardener hotline: (530) 273-0919
Recommended vendors for help with Landscaping contractors and tree services: The Fire Safe Council of Nevada County maintains a list of contractors for various kinds of jobs. https://www.areyoufiresafe.com/vendors

Ongoing:

The following websites are recommended by the Nevada County Coalition of Firewise Communities:

Fire Safe Council of Nevada County: Get more information about being prepared for wildfire with the Nevada County Fire Season Guide: https://www.areyoufiresafe.com/ready/2020-21-wildfire-season-preparedness-guide
Coalition of Firewise Communities of Nevada County: https://www.nccoalitionfwc.com - check out their Education Resources "Best of the Best": https://www.nccoalitionfwc.com/education-resources
Cal Fire's "Ready Set Go" program will prepare your property for wildfire: http://www.readyforwildfire.org You can download the Ready, Set, Go brochures which include checklists to track your progress.
NFPA The National Fire Protection Association has quick online interactive tutorial where you can learn more about the science behind wildfires: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Firewise-USA
YubaNet : http://www.youtube.com/@YubaNet

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