El Dorado Fire Safe Council

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We are a California non-profit, Public Benefit Corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. As stated in our Bylaws, our mission is “to protect the people of El Dorado County and their property from the effects of catastrophic wildfire through education…

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Chipping Program

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Defensible Space Program

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Hazardous Tree Removal Program

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Home Assessment Program

Our Assessment Program is a FREE SERVICE designed to help homeowners better protect their home from wildfire. This is not an inspection, but rather a collaborative assessment to identify potential risks and solutions.

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Protecting Your Home

Your home really can SURVIVE a wildfire. Learn what steps you can take regarding how to Harden your Home and maintain good Defensible Space.

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Wildfire Preparedness

In this section you can learn more about wildfires and how to prepare.

Emergency Preparedness

Give your household the best chance of surviving a wildfire by being ready to go and evacuating early.

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Resource Materials

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Welcome

Wrights Lake/Dark Lake In The News

Event Calendar

Resources

Maps

Featured

Chipping Program

Defensible Space Program

Hazardous Tree Removal Program

Home Assessment Program

Protecting Your Home

Wildfire Preparedness

Emergency Preparedness

Resource Materials

Air Quality Management

EDCFSC Partners

EDCFSC Board Meetings

EDCFSC Board Meeting

Meetings

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Grizzly Flats FSC Council Meeting

Camino FSC Meeting

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