News and Notes
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! […]
Report: July 4th Wildfire Patrols, Oakland 2023
July 10, 2023
On Tuesday, July 4th, 2023 the Oakland Radio Communication Association (ORCA – Amateur/Ham 2-way radio) performed its annual mobile wildfire patrols in the Oakland Hills and foothills. These took place from 5pm – 9pm and involved a total of 13 […]