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  1. Toddler and SRFD Engine 3

    Wildfire Ready: Helping Your Kids Learn About and Prepare for Wildfires

    When helping your children learn about the historical wildfire events in Sonoma County and the City of Santa Rosa, or active wildfire events in other places in California, sometimes it can be hard to know where to start. Here are some strategies to help! Read on...
  2. Photo of an outdoor charcoal grill on a green lawn with coals and flames

    Wildfire Ready: Outdoor Cooking Safety and Accidental Ignition Prevention

    ?Outdoor cooking during wildfire season can be enjoyable and safe when you take the necessary precautions. By following these tips, you can help prevent unintentional ignition and reduce the risk of wildfires. Read on...
  3. Photo of Santa Rosa City Evacuation Zones

    Wildfire Ready: Know your Zones! Evacuation Zone 101

    In the event of a large-scale emergency requiring mass evacuations, the City of Santa Rosa has developed designated evacuation zones for the entire community. Have you looked up what designated evacuation zone you are in? Read on...
  4. Photo of a residential kitchen fire originating from the stove top, with large flames extending

    Fire Prevention 101: Fire Safety in the Kitchen

    Kitchen fire safety is paramount, as kitchen fires pose a significant threat to both property and lives. Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the United States according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Read on...
  5. Photo of a Santa Rosa Firefighter holding a book in from of a Fire Engine

    September 2023: National Emergency Preparedness Month, Firefighter Story Hour, and More!

    This month, let's commit to enhancing our readiness levels, sharing knowledge, and strengthening our bonds as a community. By doing so, we can ensure that Santa Rosa remains a safe and vibrant city, no matter what challenges may arise. ???? Read on...
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    Santa Rosa Fire and Police Departments Provide Essential Mutual Aid Across the State

    On Sunday, SRPD responded to a mutual aid request, sending a dedicated team of law enforcement to Del Norte County to assist with... Read on...
  7. Photo of horses in a hauling trailer, a photo of a cow, and a photo of a cat and dog

    Wildfire Ready: Preparing Household Pets and Non-Commercial Livestock for a Wildfire Evacuation

    For many Santa Rosa residents, pets are family and the safety of both livestock and household pets is a big responsibility. Being prepared and proactive will increase the chances of their survival during a wildfire event. Read on...
  8. Photo of an elderly female using a walker with a black female caretaker and a photo of a wheelchair

    Wildfire Ready: 10 Tips to Help Prepare Vulnerable Populations for a Wildfire Evacuation

    Wildfires can happen at any moment, especially during our local fire season and the threat typically increases during fall. It is especially critical that seniors and those with special needs or disabilities develop and implement their emergency plans. Read on...
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    The Santa Rosa Fire Department’s Prescribed Burns Begin July 25th

    The Santa Rosa Fire Department is currently planning a prescribed burn for the undeveloped parkland on the northwest end of Youth Community Park, between Paradise Lane and Fulton Road, south of Piner Road. Read on...
  10. Photo of a scenic residential view from Fountain Grove Santa Rosa CA

    Wildfire Ready: Understanding the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) in Santa Rosa

    The City of Santa Rosa is an ecologically beautiful and diverse city to call home. This scenic landscape comes with its share of challenges, particularly when it comes to the wildland-urban interface (WUI). Read on...
  11. NF_2023JointMessage

    Joint Message from Police Chief Cregan and Fire Chief Westrope Ahead of July 4th Celebrations

    Following a very rainy season and several late-season storms, there is an abundance of dry seasonal grasses across Santa Rosa. Residents and visitors are strongly urged to make safe choices and NOT use fireworks when celebrating the Fourth of July. Read on...
  12. NF Deck and Balcony

    Wildfire Ready: Deck and Balcony Safety Considerations for Wildfire Season

    Decks are often one of the most beautiful parts of a home, but they can also contribute to the spread of a wildfire. Read on...
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    Wildfire Ready: Warm Weather and Fire Danger Signs

    The Santa Rosa Fire Department has continued to evaluate and implement ways to communicate with our community about the threat of wildfire and the need for heightened awareness during times of elevated fire risk and extreme fire weather. Read on...
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    Wildfire Ready: Gutter Guards & Vent Screens - Why They are an Important Part of Home Hardening

    In wildfire events, 60-90% of home loss is due to embers. Installing gutter guards and retrofitting your vent screens are some of the easiest ways to protect your home against wildfires. Read on...
  15. _NF Article Mulch

    Wildfire Ready: Considerations for Using Mulch for Groundcover Within 0-5ft of Your Home

    When it comes to mulch, certain types have the potential to be more combustible than others and additional factors can contribute to this risk. Read on...
  16. NF Size One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire

    One Less Spark – One Less Wildfire

    The “One Less Spark – One Less Wildfire” campaign is designed to provide constant reminders during this fire season to reduce the number of vehicle and equipment caused fires throughout our community and across the state. Read on...
  17. Photo of tall dry grass on Skyfarm Drive in Santa Rosa taken May 2023

    Weed Abatement Ordinance Starts June 5, 2023 for Property Owners

    The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department officially declares June 5, 2023 as the start of this year’s wildfire season in the City Santa Rosa. The declaration is used to initiate compliance with local weed abatement requirements. Read on...
  18. News Flash_CivicReady 05.31.23 Test Reminder

    CivicReady Test Message, May 31, 2023 at 10 a.m.

    Hey, Santa Rosa! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 31, at approximately 10 a.m.! We want to keep you well-informed and that's why we are conducting a test of the CivicReady mass notification system. Read on...
  19. News Flash_Wildfire Ready_Maintaining Weeds and Dry Grasses During Wildfire Season

    Wildfire Ready: Maintaining Weeds & Dry Grasses During Wildfire Season

    Santa Rosa residents and landscape contractors can do their part to reduce the continued threat of wildfires this season by using proper equipment and adhering to the following recommendations when cutting and maintaining dry seasonal grasses and weeds. Read on...
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    Are you Registered for CivicReady? Upcoming System Test on May 31

    Are you receiving CivicReady messages from the Santa Rosa Fire and Police Departments? Visit SRCity.org/CivicReady to complete your CivicReady registration. A test CivicReady text and email message will be sent at approx. 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31. Read on...
  21. Ladder Fuels

    Wildfire Ready: Ladder Fuels & Proper Removal

    WHAT are ladder fuels? A fuel ladder or ladder fuel is a Fire Service term for live or dead vegetation that allows a fire to climb up from the ground level landscape or forest floor and into the tree canopy. Read on...
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    May is Wildfire Awareness Month! Santa Rosa Fire Department is Here to Help YOU Get Ready

    The City of Santa Rosa Fire Department anticipates the start of this year’s wildfire season locally in early June in Santa Rosa. The date will be determined following late-season rains, current weather, and long-range forecasts. Read on...
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    CivicReady: Your Questions Answered!

    We have received questions about how CivicReady operates when the City sends out messages, and what format we send them in, so we are sharing the answers to the most frequently asked questions. Read on...
  24. News Flash_2022 Rotary Club Public Saftey Award Winners

    Meet the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa’s 2022 Public Safety Award Winners

    Each year the Rotary Club of Santa Rosa honors an outstanding police officer and firefighter from Santa Rosa. Read on...
  25. News Flash_CivicReady

    The City of Santa Rosa is Transitioning from Nixle to CivicReady for Public Safety Alerts and News

    As of Dec. 16, 2022, the Santa Rosa Police Department and Santa Rosa Fire Department will no longer be using Nixle for public safety alerts, press releases, and information notifications and will transition to CivicReady. Read on...
  26. Fire Danger Sign on Low Risk

    Santa Rosa Fire Department Officially Declares the End of 2022 Wildfire Season in Santa Rosa

    The City of SR Fire Dept has officially declared the end of the 2022 wildfire season in SR. While conditions around the region & state vary, SR has received enough rainfall, w/ more forecasted this week, to significantly reduce the threat of fires. Read on...
  27. NF_Fire-Safe Roofing

    Wildfire to Rain Ready: Roofing

    Roofs and certain types of roofing materials are extremely susceptible to wildfires. It is important to know which roofing materials to use and what can be done on and around your roof to help reduce the chances of a fire spreading to it. Read on...
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    Be Halloween Safe

    Halloween is an exciting and spooky time of year, but it is also an important time to practice fire and personal safety. Often, decorations are the first materials to ignite in home fires and numerous others are started by candles. Read on...
  29. NF_Balconies and Decks

    Wildfire Ready: Preparing Your Deck for Fire Season and Making it Safer

    Decks are often one of the most beautiful parts of a home, but they can also contribute to the spread of a wildfire. Read on...
  30. News Flash_Tips for Preparing to Evacuate Pets and Animals

    Wildfire Ready: Tips for Preparing to Evacuate Pets and Animals

    Pets are important members of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. Owners of pets and animals should plan and prepare to evacuate their pets in the event of a wildfire. Read on...
  31. News Flash_Wildfire Ready_Preparing Our Vulnerable Populations to Evacuate

    Wildfire Ready: Preparing Our Vulnerable Populations to Evacuate From a Wildfire

    The City of Santa Rosa has made significant enhancements in our ability to alert and warn our community in the event of a disaster, including wildfires. Read on...
  32. Fire Danger Sign

    Wildfire Ready: Remote Automatic Weather Stations (RAWS) and Wildland Danger Signs

    The Santa Rosa Fire Department received grant funding through FEMA and CAL OES to purchase six Remote Automatic Weather Stations (RAWS). The city has also begun the installation of Wildfire Danger Signs in and around our Wildland Urban Interface. Read on...
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Local Alerts for Local Emergencies -- The County of Sonoma has a new emergency notification system and it’s called SoCoAlert. If you register, you will receive first-hand instructions to protect lives and property should an emergency threaten your location. You will not receive non-emergency announcements such as traffic delays or notices of community events. With

SoCoAlert you’ll be able to receive alerts via home phone, text, email, social media, Voice over Internet Phone (VoIP), and TTY/TDD phones for the hearing impaired.

Sign-up online at SoCoAlert.com or by phone at 866-939-0911. Download the free app from CodeRED and receive notifications where you are!  Get your friends and family to sign up and be informed.