Fire Safe Council of San Diego County

Wildfire Safety Fair - Pine Valley
2023-05-20 09:00 - 13:00 UTC
Please save the date for San Diego Gas and Electric’s Wildfire Safety Fair at Mountain Empire High School. Peak wildfire season is around the corner and we want you and your loved ones to remain safe. Join us for an in-person event. Learn how you can prepare and protect your family and property, and get safety tips from SDG&E® and our regional partners. You’ll receive information about stocking an emergency kit, developing an emergency plan, designing or modifying the space around your home to resist wildfire and more.
Date & Time: May 20th from 9 am – 1 pm
Location: 3305 Buckman Springs Road
Pine Valley, CA 91962

Free Mulch Giveaway
2023-05-13 08:00 - 11:00
PVFSC Mulch Giveaway

Defensible Space / Infrastructure Protection for Farmers and Ranchers
2023-05-11 15:00 - 16:00
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Fire Safe Council General Meeting
2023-05-04 10:30 - 12:00
Please join us for our all members meeting in Kearny Mesa on May 4th from 10:30am-12:00pm. Hear updates from the FSCSDC, partners, local fire safe councils, and a special presentation from UC Cooperative Extension.
Where: County Operations Center, 5560 Overland Avenue, Room 171
When: May 4th, 2023, 10:30am-12:00pm

Julian Fire Extinguisher Training
2023-04-28 09:00 - 12:00
Join Julian FSC and CERT for a free fire extinguisher training! Register here: https://www.bc-ct.org/jfsc

Last Chance Survival Simulation Workshop - Deer Springs
2023-04-22 09:00 - 15:00
Register here: https://resourceconserverationdistrict.formstack.com/forms/deersprings_lcssw

LCSSW Deer Springs Flyer (2)

Living with Mountain Lions Presentation
2023-04-18 18:30 - 19:30
Living with mountain lions

FSC Coffee Chat
2023-04-13 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for our bimonthly “Coffee Chat” meeting this Thursday the 13th at 10:30am! Julie from Coastal Canyon FSC will be joining us to distribute some items from her recently dissolved FSC. We’re sad to see her go, but excited that her FSC items are going to find new homes!
We also have important announcements to share regarding the upcoming FSC Volunteer Awards, SAFE Grant reminders, and more. There will be time for round table reports and to connect with other local FSCs and partners, too!

Reminder, Coffee Chat meetings are virtual, please find the Zoom information below:

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Last Chance Survival Simulation Workshop - Julian
2023-03-25 09:00 - 15:00
Register here: https://resourceconserverationdistrict.formstack.com/forms/julian_lcssw_copy
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Fire Safe Council General Meeting
2023-03-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Heartland Fire Training Center, 1301 N. Marshall Ave., El Cajon, 92020, United States
The FSCSDC will be hosting its monthly General Membership Meeting on March 9th from 10:30-12:00pm. This meeting will take place in person at the Heartland Fire Training Center. Joan Jones, Executive Director of San Diego Regional Fire Foundation, will present on the 2023 SAFE Grant Program for fire safe councils.

2023 Basic CERT Training Session #3
2023-02-18 08:00 - 17:00
2023 Basic CERT Training Course: Topics from fire safety, disaster preparedness, rescue operations, and more are covered. Interested attendees must attend all three Saturday sessions from 8:00am-5:00pm to graduate from the training. To register, contact Teresa Greenhalgh at 619-857-8050 or teresa.greenhalgh@sdcounty.ca.gov

2023 Basic CERT Training Session #2
2023-02-11 08:00 - 17:00

FSC Coffee Chat
2023-02-09 10:30 - 12:00
Join us on Zoom to hear FSCSDC updates, connect with other community fire safe councils, and hear a presentation from the Department of Insurance on their “Safer from Wildfire” framework.
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2023 Basic CERT Training
2023-02-04 08:00 - 17:00

Hand Pile Burning Fundamentals Webinar
2023-01-31 18:00 - 20:00
Hand Pile Burning Fundamentals Webinar Workshop
Winter can be a great time for pile burning brush and other woody fuels around your home. Learning how to construct and prepare hand piles takes skill and an understanding of safety and weather considerations to minimize the risk of escape.
This two-part class will cover fundamental topics to hand pile burning such as:

Safety and liability considerations
Weather conditions and interpretation
Navigating the permitting process

There will also be in-person local demonstrations for gaining hands-on skills. Whether you have been burning piles for years or are just getting started, this class has something for everyone! Register here: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=39518
Event Details:

January 31, 2023
6:00pm–8:00pm
Zoom Webinar
Cost: Free

CWPP Workshop for Tribal Nations
2023-01-23 09:00 - 12:00
Learn from experts from local fire districts, San Diego County Fire, and CAL FIRE, the importance of writing and updating your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). During this workshop, we will brainstorm your community projects and learn how to utilize the San Diego County CWPP template. This event is specific to tribal partners.
When: January 23rd, 9:00am-12:00pm, 34884 Lilac Ext. Rd. Pala CA 92059
Register here: https://resourceconserverationdistrict.formstack.com/forms/community_wildfire_protection_plan_workshop_series_copy
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FSC General Meeting
2023-01-12 10:30 - 12:00
Consider joining us for our upcoming FSC All Members Meeting on January 12th, 2022 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Hear reports from the FSCSDC, agency partners and other community fire safe councils, and a featured guest presenter.
Time: 10:30am-12:00pm
Location: Ramona Library – 1275 Main St, Ramona, CA 92065
Email morgan.graves@rcdsandiego.org with questions or to RSVP.

CWPP Workshop
2023-01-10 09:00 - 12:00
Learn from experts from local fire districts, San Diego County Fire, and CAL FIRE, the importance of writing and updating your Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). During this workshop, we will brainstorm your community projects and learn how to utilize the San Diego County CWPP template.
When: January 10th, 9:00am-12:00pm, 5560 Overland Ave, San Diego, CA, 92123, Room 171, First Floor
Register here: https://resourceconserverationdistrict.formstack.com/forms/community_wildfire_protection_plan_workshop_series_copy
CWPP Writers Workshop Flyer 2023

WUI Workshop - Julian
2022-12-10 09:00 - 13:00
Would you like to learn more about how to make your property more fire safe? The FSC’s Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface Workshop covers material such as fire behavior prediction, evacuation preparedness, home hardening tips, and defensible space guidelines. This workshop is instructed by experts in the field from agencies including CAL Fire, Bureau of Land Management, and the US Forest Service.
Registration is required: https://ResourceConserverationDistrict.formstack.com/forms/julian_wui
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FSC Coffee Chat
2022-12-08 10:30 - 12:00
Join us on Zoom to hear FSCSDC updates, connect with other community fire safe councils, and hear a presentation from the Department of Insurance on their “Safer from Wildfire” framework.
Time: Dec 8, 2022 10:30 AM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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WUI Workshop- Campo
2022-12-03 09:00 - 13:00
Would you like to learn more about how to make your property more fire safe? The FSC’s Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface Workshop covers material such as fire behavior prediction, evacuation preparedness, home hardening tips, and defensible space guidelines. This workshop is instructed by experts in the field from agencies including CAL Fire, Bureau of Land Management, and the US Forest Service.
Registration is required: https://ResourceConserverationDistrict.formstack.com/forms/campo_wui
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Wynola Wildland Urban Interface Workshop
2022-11-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Santa Ysabel Nature Center
Learn about the principles firefighters use in keeping your home and community safe! Saturday, November 19th, from 10:00am-2:00pm at the Santa Ysabel Nature Center.
Registration is required: https://ResourceConserverationDistrict.formstack.com/forms/wynola_wui
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FSC All Members Meeting
2022-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | 11769 Waterhill Road, Lakeside, CA 92040
Consider joining us for our upcoming FSC All Members Meeting on November 10th, 2022 from 10:30am-12:00pm. Hear reports from the FSCSDC, agency partners and other community fire safe councils, and a featured guest presenter.
There are two options to join! In person, at the RCD of Greater San Diego County office at 11769 Waterhill Road, Lakeside, CA 92040. Or, join us virtually on Zoom. The details are below.
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SDCF CERT Pop-Up Events
2022-10-22 09:30 - 10:30
Prepare in a Year Campaign Pop-up Event Details: (Final Pop-up Event)
Time: 9:00am to 10:30am
Locations:

Dulzura Fire Station #30 – 17304 Highway 94, Dulzura, 91917 **Sat., Oct. 22nd**
Lake Morena Fire Station #42 – 29690 Oak Drive, Campo, 91906 **Sat., Oct. 22nd**
Palomar Mtn Fire Station #79 – 21610 Crestline Road, Palomar Mtn., 92060 **Sat., Oct. 22nd**
Shelter Valley Fire Station #53 – 7260 Great Southern Overland, Julian, 92036 **Fri., Oct. 7th**
Warner Springs Fire Station #52 – 31049 Highway 79, Warner Springs, 92086 **Sat., Oct. 22nd**

Emergency Radio – At the October Pop-up Events, SDCF CERT volunteers will be handing out emergency preparedness information and a limited supply of emergency AM/FM/NOAA radios for your family’s 72-Hour Go-Bag. Notes: The emergency radios will be handed out at each location while supplies last. We ask that you please only take one radio per person/family residing in the rural communities served by the SDCF CERT Program. CERT members are not eligible for these giveaways.
10-2022 - Prepare in a Year Campaign Pop-up Event Flyer

Rural Communities Telebriefing
2022-10-20 13:00 - 14:00
Tune into the County of San Diego/Live Well San Diego’s upcoming Rural Telebriefing this Thursday. Hear from experts from CAL Fire, San Diego County, and the Office of Emergency Services on wildfire, emergency, and flood preparedness information. This is the last telebriefing before the holiday break! If you cannot join live, you can sign up for Rural Sector updates and the recording will be distributed to you. Join via Zoom: Meeting ID 861 1528 0714

CFSC Quarterly Statewide Meeting
2022-10-19 12:00 - 13:00
California Fire Safe Council Quarterly Statewide Meeting
October 19th, 12:00PM-1:00PM
You won’t want to miss this! The quarterly Brown Bag Meetings are intended to allow Fire Safe Councils and Wildland Fire Prevention and Resilience Practitioners throughout California to connect and network with each other. Hear from partners from across the State and a featured presenter from United Policyholders, David Shew. His presentation will focus on improving community resilience and reducing structure loss based on home hardening and defensible space measures.
Zoom details can be found here👇
https://cafiresafecouncil.org/event/cfscs-quarterly-statewide-meeting-october/

Listos Aware and Prepare: Spanish Language Preparedness Workshop
2022-10-15 09:00 - 14:00 | Potrero Library
Oct. 15th from 9:00am to 2:00pm at the Potrero Library: (Listos Aware & Prepare)
The Listos Alertar y Preparar training is coming up fast! The course will be delivered in Spanish. Each participant/family completing the day’s training will receive a first aid kit (thanks to SDG&E), and an emergency radio. Additionally, we will be teaching them compression only CPR which can be used on an adult (this method is NOT recommended for children or infants). Lastly, we have invited San Ysidro Health’s Education Team to host a table at the training. To register, residents are asked to text their name and how many from their group will be attending to (619) 857-8050.
10-15-22 - Spanish LISTOS Flyer - Potrero Library (New Listos Logo)

Fire Safe Council Coffee Chat
2022-10-13 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for the October Fire Safe Council Coffee Chat! Hear from your local fire safe councils, agency partners, and a featured presenter from the Burn Institute.
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CPR Training with San Diego County Fire CERT
2022-10-08 11:00 - 15:30

Imperial Beach Fire Open House Event
2022-10-08 11:00 - 15:00 | 865 Imperial Beach Blvd, Imperial Beach, CA 91932-2702, United States
Imperial Beach Fire Open House Event

During the Open House, apparatus from the Imperial Beach Fire Department, San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, Federal Fire Department, San Diego County Hazmat, and numerous other San Diego County Fire Departments and San Diego Law Enforcement agencies will be on display. Fire Prevention classes including “Stop, Drop, and Roll” and “Create an escape plan” will also be offered. Live music and entertainment for kids will be part of the event as well.

The goal of this event is to mix fun with life-saving information! Visitors will be treated to a variety of fire rescue demonstrations, such as vehicle extrications, Urban Search & Rescue K-9 demonstrations, Sidewalk CPR demonstrations, and teachings from real 9-1-1 emergency dispatchers. Also, talk with firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement personnel and tour the emergency vehicles on display.
