The Oakland Firesafe Council (OFSC) is a non-profit organization and member of the California Fire Safe Council network. OFSC supports Oakland and Alameda County in reducing the risks of wildfire danger to people and property through our preparedness education, wildfire safety programs, materials and resources, advocacy, outreach and community building, and volunteer opportunities.
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NEWS AND NOTES
Updated CAL FIRE Local Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps – What Gives?
March 12, 2025
On February 24th, 2025, CAL FIRE released its updated draft Local Responsibility Area (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps, which include the Oakland/Berkeley hills. While these were expected updates following previously updated State Responsibility Area (SRA) maps, what was unexpected […]
Oakland’s SIXTH Firewise USA® Recognized Site is Redwood Ridge Neighborhood Organization (RRNO)
February 3, 2025
Kimlin McDaniel Keith, RRNO FireWise Team Leader, had this to share about the experience: Redwood Ridge Neighborhood Organization (RRNO) is a Montclair Organized Neighborhood of about 82 homes defined by three streets: Wilton, Burton, and Shirley, and the contiguous houses […]
OFSC Year in Review 2024
December 18, 2024
2024 was a year of many accomplishments. As we wrap up our first DECADE, we’re looking forward to your support of our work in the year ahead. Congratulations to Ken Benson for a Well-Deserved Honor! Ken Benson, our co-founder, past […]
Oakland’s FIFTH Firewise USA® Recognized Site is Estates Fountains
June 24, 2024
Leslie Louie, Estates Fountains FireWise Lead, had this to share about the experience: The Estates Fountains neighbors have been organized as a community against crime and for emergency preparedness since 2006 to strengthen our neighborhood resilience and get to know […]
Call To Action From Oakland Firesafe Council
June 16, 2024
In the last week, we’ve seen wildfires in and around Livermore and Tracy; The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning this weekend from Redding to Fairfield, has reminded Bay Area residents that gusting wind should prompt caution […]
UPCOMING EVENTS
PG&E Wildfire Safety Webinar
8 Apr, 2025
• Tuesday • 5:30pm • Online • PG&E hosts webinars and events throughout the year. Leaders share information on our Community Wildfire Safety Program and local projects. Attendees can ask questions and share feedback. DETAILS & LINK TO JOIN
OFSC April Meeeting
16 Apr, 2025
Wednesday • 7:00-8:30pm • online • Join us for our monthly meeting where OFSC board members are in attendance along with invited guest who can include representatives from the City of Oakland EMSD, OFD, CAL Fire, et al. Community advocates discuss current […]
East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governments (EBWC) Meeting
16 Apr, 2025
• Wednesday • 9:00am-12:00pm • EBWC meetings are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC at El Cerrito City Hall, 10890 San Pablo Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530. Meeting materials and more can be found on the East Bay Wildfire Coalition of Governments […]
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day 2025
3 May, 2025
Wildfire Community Preparedness Day is a campaign that encourages people and organizations everywhere to come together on a single day to take action to raise awareness and reduce wildfire risks. It is held annually in the United States and Canada on […]