Are You Wildfire Ready?
As wildfire season intensifies across California, the Southern Marin Fire District has teamed up with CAL FIRE to launch a powerful new resource for local preparedness: the Wildfire Action Plan.
This comprehensive, community-focused guide—paired with updated fire safety standards—is designed to help residents, business owners, and neighborhood groups stay safer, more informed, and better prepared as wildfire risks continue to escalate.
Download the Wildfire Action Plan here
Need printed copies for your neighborhood or group? Contact SMFD’s Preparedness and Education Coordinator at lcurtis@smfd.org.
What’s Covered in the Wildfire Action Plan
Get Ready
• Hardening Your Home
• Defensible Space
• Fire Smart Landscaping
Get Set
• Creating a Wildfire Action Plan
• The Six Ps of Evacuation
• Building an Emergency Supply Kit
• Preparing for Power Outages
• Establishing a Family Communication Plan
• Insurance Preparedness
Go
• Pre-Evacuation Steps
• Evacuation Procedures
• When to Evacuate
• Animal Evacuation Plans
• What to Do if Trapped
• Returning Home After a Wildfire
These resources aren’t just for developers or contractors—they’re for everyone. Whether you're a homeowner, renter, or business owner, taking proactive steps now can make all the difference when wildfire strikes. SMFD encourages all residents to explore the Wildfire Action Plan and review the updated standards well in advance of peak fire season.
For more information or to connect with the Fire Prevention Division, visit www.smfd.org or call (415) 388-8182.
