Cal Fire urges personal responsibility in protecting against wildfire

SACRAMENTO – Being proactive and prepared for wildfire is crucial to making our communities more resilient to the impacts of wildfire. You can dramatically increase your safety and the survivability of your home by preparing well in advance of a wildfire.

This week marks California’s annual “Wildfire Preparedness Week;” Cal Fire and our partner agencies are raising awareness and encouraging families and communities to take a hands-on approach in wildfire preparedness.

The 2020 fire season broke numerous records. California experienced six of the largest and most destructive wildfires in state...