News and Notes
OFSC Board Supports City of Oakland Veg Mgmt Plan
October 31, 2023
Dear Oakland Firesafe Council Friends, Hopefully you know that the City of Oakland revised vegetation management plan was posted last month and have heard about the improvements that have been recommended based on considerable community input, including OFSC. Some of […]
Oakland’s THIRD Firewise USA® Recognized Site Is Skyline Blvd.
October 14, 2023
Oakland’s 3rd Firewise USA® recognized site is Skyline Blvd! The (NFPA) Firewise USA® recognition program was designed to help residents learn about wildfire risks and provide a self-directed, collaborative framework for neighbors to work together to reduce these risks by […]
Oakland CABS Neighborhood Group Reports on Their Evacuation Drill
October 13, 2023
A fire drill is something you might remember from grade school. An alarm sounds, you get in line, leave the building, and the teacher called roll. It’s a simple drill. However, planning a fire drill for an entire neighborhood is […]
The Devastating Maui Wildfires Could Happen Here in Oakland
August 29, 2023
The tragic early August wildfires on west Maui, in particular the blaze that consumed much of Lahaina, should be a stark reminder to Oakland and the East Bay that a similar scenario could occur here. Maui has been in a […]
OFSC Needs Your Help Now More Than Ever
August 3, 2023
Thankfully we have experienced a relatively mild wildfire season so far this year but our driest months are still to come. With that in mind, Oakland Firesafe Council is here to help you be SAFE, be PREPARED, and be READY! […]