The Santa Clara County Firesafe Council (SCCFSC) is a non-profit, grassroots organization that provides education and project assistance for homeowners and landowners in communities that are vulnerable to wildfire. While most of our wildfire preparedness work is focused in Santa Clara County, some communities in the Santa Cruz Mountains — like 95033 and 95044 — also spill into Santa Cruz County. In these cases SCCFSC includes the entire zip code in our treatment area.
In addition to partnering directly with CAL FIRE, Santa Clara County Fire, and regional fire districts, SCCFSC works with public agencies, other non-profits, businesses and private landowners to design and implement protective measures, such as developing shaded fuel breaks, to increase wildfire survivability.
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🔥 Big news for Santa Clara County! 🔥
Thanks to the hard work of the California Fire Safe Council and Legislative Committee, $9.5 million has been secured to continue the Wildfire County Coordinator Program statewide—including right here in Santa Clara County!
✅ More support for local wildfire mitigation
✅ Continued funding for County Coordinators
✅ Stronger connections between state strategy & local action
This program helps:
🌲 Strengthen community resilience
🏡 Accelerate defensible space & home hardening
📊 Track wildfire preparedness progress
🙌 Support vulnerable populations
Read the full press release in the July update from the California Wildfire & Forest Resilience Task Force.
Together, we’re building a more fire-safe future. 🔥🌄
4 days ago
🎆 Happy 4th of July from the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council! 🇺🇸
As we celebrate Independence Day, let’s keep fire safety top of mind. Skip the backyard fireworks and enjoy a local professional display instead. Together, we can protect our homes, communities, and open spaces from wildfire risk.
Stay safe and fire aware this holiday! 🔥🌲
#FireSafe4th #WildfirePrevention #SantaClaraCounty #IndependenceDay #FireSafetyFirst
1 month ago
🎆 4th of July is almost here!
As you make holiday plans, please keep safety—and fire danger—in mind. 🔥 Skip the backyard fireworks and check out a local community celebration or one of the many professional fireworks shows happening across the County.
Let’s celebrate safely and help prevent wildfires. 🌲🚒
1 month ago
In a recent KPIX interview, our very own Program Director Amanda Brenner Cannon shared essential wildfire safety tips—from creating defensible space to staying alert during red flag warnings and power shutoffs.
📺 Watch the full interview to stay informed and protect your home: https://youtu.be/t6XH_mxIHUY (clickable link in bio)
1 month ago
Huge congratulations to our recent intern, Hannah, who just graduated from @cabrillocollege as an Honors Scholar with Associate degrees in Liberal Arts & Sciences and General Science! 🎓🌟
This fall, she’s headed to @ucsantabarbara to pursue her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies. 🌿💡
During her time with the FireSafe Council, Hannah:
🔥 Shadowed project managers
🪵 Worked on field operations for fuels reduction
🗺️ Learned to use GIS Field Maps
🏡 Helped conduct and write up HIZ assessments
🚐 Supported the planning and execution of a major site tour for over 50 attendees — including media and government reps!
We’re so proud of you, Hannah — keep blazing trails! 💪✨
2 months ago
🚧 We’re out in Los Altos Hills today kicking off the Moody-El Monte Evacuation Route Maintenance project! This roadway is important for both emergency access and community evacuation. If you’re driving in the area, please slow down for the cone zone, watch for crews, and check out the important safety improvements underway! 👷♂️🚒
2 months ago
Congratulations, Rancho San Vincente!
We’re excited to announce that Rancho San Vincente is now officially recognized as a Firewise USA™ site! 🌟
This marks 25 Firewise USA™ communities in Santa Clara County—another big step toward strengthening wildfire resilience across our region. 🔥🌳
Want to help your neighborhood become Firewise USA™? Email firewise@sccfiresafe.org to learn how to get started. Let’s keep building a safer, stronger community together!
2 months ago
Spotlight on Napa County Burn
Earlier this month, Operations Manager Mike Mathiesen participated in a successful controlled burn near Angwin in Napa County. Led by @napafirewise and partners, the burn treated over 100 acres to reduce wildfire risk and enhance forest health. (Photo credit to Napa Firewise)
2 months ago
Curious about the Firewise USA program?
Join the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for a virtual presentation, "Why Go Firewise?", on June 4th at 6 PM. Learn how becoming Firewise can help protect your community and get your questions answered.
Registration link in bio
2 months ago
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What’s Happening around SCCFSC:
Upcoming Board Meeting:
- Aug 19
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Santa Clara County FireSafe Council Monthly Meeting
Aug 19 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Zoom
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