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PREPARE YOURSELF

How to protect your family

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HARDEN YOUR HOME

How to protect your home against wildfires

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CREATE A FIRE SMART YARD

Use fire-resistant landscaping to prevent the spread of fire

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We have a shared responsibility

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How Invasive Plants Increase Wildfire Risk

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Weather, terrain, and ignition sources all affect wildfire risk. The plants growing across a landscape play a major role in wildfire behavior. Some invasive plants dry earlier, ignite easily, and…

Spotlight Event featuring Dr. Daniel Swain: Preparing Marin for a “Super El Niño”

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The Marin County Council of Mayors & Councilmembers (MCCMC) invites you to a timely conversation about what a potentially powerful El Niño could mean for Marin County. Climate scientist Dr.…

Keep Yourself and Your Loved Ones Safe: Six Wildfire Information Tools and When to Use Them

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Having the right tools and knowing how to use them can save you and your loved ones during an emergency. With all the technology and communications options today, wildfire information…
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From Statewide Strategy to Local Action: Strengthening Wildfire Preparedness in Marin

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Wildfire does not follow jurisdictional boundaries. Preparing for it requires state agencies, county departments, fire districts, local governments, nonprofits, community organizations, and residents to work toward the same goals. California…

Stay Connected with AlertMarin and Prepare for Smoke this Wildfire Season

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During a wildfire or other emergency, timely information can help you act quickly and protect your loved ones. Two important steps you can take now are making sure AlertMarin can…
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Back-to-School Wildfire Preparedness: What Marin Parents Should Know

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A new school year means new schedules, teachers, activities, and routines. In Marin, it also coincides with the height of wildfire season, making back-to-school time a good opportunity to make…

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