What would you do if a wildfire started in your neighborhood tomorrow?

That is not a hypothetical Southern Marin can afford to ignore and this May, residents have a chance to be part of the solution.

As part of Wildfire Awareness Month, Marin Wildfire is hosting a countywide Wildfire Preparedness Public Forum and this is not just a presentation. It is a working session designed to shape how Marin prepares for wildfire in the years ahead.

Taking place on Saturday, May 2 from 9:30 AM to 12 PM at Embassy Suites, 101 McInnis Parkway in San Rafael, the forum brings together wildfire experts, local fire agencies including Southern Marin Fire District, and most importantly the community.

This is not just information it is input.

Marin is updating its Community Wildfire Protection Plan, the roadmap that determines where resources go and how communities are protected. That plan is being shaped right now and residents have a direct opportunity to influence it.

At the forum, you will:

• Hear real time insights from wildfire experts
• Ask questions during a live Q and A
• Learn what is changing in wildfire behavior locally
• Connect with resources you can apply immediately at home
• Share feedback that will directly impact future planning

What You Will Walk Away With

This is not about abstract policy. It is about practical action. You will leave with a clearer understanding of:

• How wildfire risk is evolving in Marin
• What actually makes a home more likely to survive
• Where your neighborhood fits into regional planning
• What steps matter most right now

From defensible space and fire smart landscaping to evacuation readiness and vegetation management programs like Chipper Days, the forum connects residents with tools that can be put into action immediately.

A Shared Responsibility

Wildfire preparedness does not stop at property lines. It depends on neighbors, neighborhoods, and coordinated action across the entire region.

The decisions made today by agencies and by residents will shape how Marin responds to the next major fire.

Preparedness starts with knowledge. Resilience is built through participation. This is your opportunity to be part of both.

For more information visit FireSafeMarin.org