National Preparedness Month: Creating Defensible Space
Defensible space diagram by CALFIRE With the increase in fires in the West, chances are a wildfire may come near your home. It is your responsibility to prepare and maintain…
Read MoreHow to Help Firefighters (Volunteer Firefighters Specifically) with Jacqui Jorgenson
Majority of firefighters are volunteers. However, after risking their lives, they end up suffering behind the curtain- physically and emotionally. The trauma and health implications they have to go through…
Read MoreCommissioner Lara protects insurance coverage for 325,000 Northern California wildfire survivors
Announcement from the California Department of Insurance Mandatory one-year moratorium prevents homeowner insurance cancellations and non-renewals following an emergency declaration SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara today ordered insurance companies…
Read MoreSept. 21 Digest: This Week in Wildfire Recovery News
This is a digest of selected news and media that emerged over the last week related to wildfire emergencies, recovery efforts, and resilience building efforts in the American West. Recent…
Read MoreAfter the Fire to Make Presentation at the 2021 Colorado Wildland Fire Conference
Molly Curley O’Brien After the Fire is proud to participate in the 2021 Colorado Wildland Fire Conference in Grand Junction, Colorado the week of September 20–23. This year’s event will…
Read MoreHow to Heal from Trauma and Rebuild Your Property After a Fire- Practical Lessons from a Woolsey Fire Survivor with Gary Jones Part 1
“911 showed up six days later”, says Gary Jones, a Woolsey Fire survivor. During a fire, you are on your own for days. So one of the biggest decisions we…
Read MoreONLINE EVENT: Solving for Toilets in Wildfire Rebuilding and Recovery
View the Recording Friday, September 24, 10:00-11:30 AM Pacific Time, via ZOOM Considerations for Non-Septic, Non-Sewer Alternative Toilets in Rebuild Areas What innovations in alternative toilet designs and technologies…
Read MoreCommunity to Community Advice: First Steps After a Fire – Part 1
For All Total Loss and Partial Loss Fire Survivors Immediately After You Lose Your Home, or the Use of Your Home, after a Fire Ensure the safety of yourself, your…
Read MoreNational Preparedness Month: Assemble Your Go Bag
After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for several days. A disaster supplies kit…
Read MoreSept. 14 Digest: This Week in Wildfire Recovery News
This is a digest of selected news and media that emerged over the last week related to wildfire emergencies, recovery efforts, and resilience building efforts in the American West. Greater…
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