Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County

820 Bay Ave, Suite 136, Capitola, CA 95010

The purpose of Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County is to educate and mobilize the people of Santa Cruz County to protect their community, homes, and environment from wildfire.

Two-thirds of Santa Cruz County is considered wildland urban interface, putting the community at risk from catastrophic fire. The council helps citizens prevent fires with chipping programs, creating defensible space, and planting fire-resistant landscaping.

This all-volunteer organization also supports communities interested in Firewise USA, which is a national program hosted by the National Fire Protection Association.

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The Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County has launched the Home Ignition Zone Assessment Program, in which trained volunteers provide advice on home hardening.

Connecting With Community Groups in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County community groups and nonprofits play a fundamental role in making this a safe and thriving place.

Consider getting involved by volunteering your time, donating money, or both. Above you can learn about what services Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County provides to the community and easily volunteer, donate, register for services, or connect with them on social media. Visit the Santa Cruz County Community Groups directory to see a comprehensive list of organizations on all subjects that are relevant to creating a vibrant local community.

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