Fire Information

When CAL FIRE responds to a major incident the Department will create a web site.  Major emergency incidents could include large, extended-day fires, floods, earthquakes, hazardous material spills, etc. More...

Debris Burning Safety and Burn Permit Information

During certain times of the year residential debris burning of dead vegetation is allowed. However, homeowners should always check with their local CAL FIRE station and local air quality management agency before burning. In many area burn permits may be required. More...

Make your Home Safe with 100 Feet Defensible Space

Proper clearance to 100 feet dramatically increases the chance of your house surviving a wildfire. This defensible space also provides for firefighter safety when protecting homes during a wildland fire. More...

Safe Home Heating

Home fires often occur during the cold winter due to dangerous heating equipment or unsafe practices. CAL FIRE offers some important heating tips to help promote a safe home this winter season.More...

CAL FIRE TV Winter Heating Safety Video

2010 California Fire and Building Standards Adopted

Updated fire and building codes developed to increase fire resistance in buildings and homes across California were adopted by the California Building Standards Commission earlier on January 12, 2010. The new codes, which will be enforced by CAL FIRE’s Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and fire and building departments throughout the state, bring California in line with the 2009 International Building, Fire, and Residential Code. The new codes . More...

Living and Building in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI)

Recently adopted building codes and standards reduce the risk of burning embers igniting buildings. Codes already in effect place standards on roofing construction and attic venting. The new building codes require siding, exterior doors, decking, windows, eaves wall vents, and enclosed overhanging decks to meet new test standards. More...

California Climate Action Team

The Secretary of CalEPA will lead a Climate Action Team made up of representatives from many different agencies to implement global warming emission reduction programs and report on the progress made toward meeting the statewide greenhouse gas targets that were established in the executive order. Also, see what's new with CAL FIRE's Climate Change Program