SACRAMENTO–Wildfire Preparedness Week is May 1 – 7, 2023. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and our partner agencies will host five statewide events throughout the week to raise awareness of what individuals and communities can do to help protect against the threat of wildfires. By preparing well in advance of a wildfire and taking steps ...

MADERA COUNTY–Over the past several weeks, residents of Northern California have been experiencing repeated Atmospheric River flows that have caused torrential rains and record-breaking snowfall. For many residents, this has caused extreme damage, even destruction, to their homes, outbuildings, properties, and driveways. Due to the damage, California State Governor Gavin Newsom requested a major presidential disaster declaration to support ongoing ...