FirebrandFeb 1Why You Need a Backup Generator for the Next PSPS In Northern California, fire prevention and safety blackouts have become a regular occurrence throughout the year. Routinely, PG&E is...
FirebrandOct 29, 2021Crafting a Strong Fire Evacuation PlanHaving a plan in place is important in many areas of life -- and no doubt Sonoma County residents know that having an emergency...
FirebrandOct 1, 2021Sonoma County Nonprofits Awarded Funds for Fire Preparedness The California Fire Foundation (CFF) has awarded $680,000 in grants for wildfire safety to more than 50 local fire departments, safety...
FirebrandAug 31, 2021Why You Need a Fire Evacuation BagFire season in Northern California isn’t going away, with the Caldor fire just one of many this year currently burning to close for...
FirebrandAug 1, 2021Can Solar Panels Help Reduce Wildfire Dangers?Climate change has been a driving factor in California’s concerning wildfire seasons in the last several years. Each passing season seems...
FirebrandJun 30, 2021Fireworks, 4th of July & Wildfire Prevention Summer fun and weather are here, with Independence Day celebrations just around the corner. Everyone knows what comes along with the...
FirebrandMay 30, 20215 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Fire DefenseFind out how you can boost the fire-resistance of your home with these key home hardening strategies.
FirebrandApr 23, 2021Designing Fire-Resistant Landscaping2020 was a year full of challenges, including being the third driest year in California history since 1895. As of January 2021, Northern...
FirebrandFeb 23, 2021California Developing New Unified Standards on Home HardeningWhile a harsh fire season has become an expectation for many California residents, especially in Northern California, it is still...
FirebrandDec 23, 2020Is Your Fire Extinguisher Functional?A first line of defense, fire extinguishers are a necessary feature of any home or commercial property. Because they are a vital...
FirebrandOct 30, 2020How to Build a Go Kit for Any EmergencyGlobal pandemics, record breaking wildfires, planned safety power shutoffs (PSPS)—if there’s one lesson to be learned from 2020, it's...
FirebrandJun 30, 2020Preventing 8 Common Causes of House FiresTake it from our Sonoma fire safety professionals: One of the greatest threats to your home or business is fire. Prevention is key!
FirebrandJun 1, 202010 Power Outage HacksNo one enjoys power outages. Whether they last several hours or multiple days, power outages pose a major interruption to everyday life. ...
FirebrandMay 11, 2020Why Fire Season Makes Solar Energy More Important Than Ever As extreme wildfires continue to threaten Northern California, finding reliable energy sources has become more vital than ever.