Increasing wildfire risk requires permits, extra precautions

Increasing wildfire risk requires permits, extra precautions

The Maine Forest Service said the wildfire risk is high across the southern half of the state and moderate across the northern counties.

Homes on the edge of towns ‘will soon be at risk of wildfires’

After a surge in spring fires up and down the country, firefighters are looking abroad for ways to prevent and fight the flames

Burn Permits Required: New Rules Aim to Reduce Fire Risk

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES — All hazard reduction burning in Mariposa and Madera Counties will require a CAL FIRE burn permit, according to an announcement from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit (MMU). The requirement will take effect at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 1st. This applies to ALL residential and property ... The post Burn Permits Required: New Rules Aim to Reduce Fire Risk first a…

Redwood City event shares wildfire safety tips

With wildfires becoming increasingly destructive across California, construction professionals gathered in Redwood City on April 14 to share practical advice on safeguarding homes against fire. The post Redwood City event shares wildfire safety tips appeared first on Redwood City Pulse.

Event promoters and organisers urged to apply early for fire-safety permits

Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford, is reminding event promoters and organisers to apply early for fire-safety permits. Speaking with JIS News recently, Beckford noted that this is to ensure that all necessary inspections...