SDUT: Residents and firefighters weigh in on new San Diego fire prevention rules
Zone Zero requires that homes in areas with ‘very high’ fire risk have nothing flammable within five feet by February 2027. Some residents want flexibility […]
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Fire Safe Council: Dec 18, 2025 SD updates to Fire and Wildland-Urban Interface Codes at Planning Commission
On December 18, the Planning Commission will host a workshop to learn about and discuss the updated fire codes for Wildland-Urban Interface within the City […]
The Power and Danger of Lithium-Ion Batteries – Charge into Fire Safety
From the National Fire Protection Association: Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, […]
Seven Steps to Earthquake Safety
From the Earthquake Country Alliance : The Alliance has worked with experts in earthquake science, preparedness, and mitigation to develop this step-by-step guide for staying […]
Cal Fire: Start at the house and work your way out
From Cal Fire: Prepare you home and property for wildfire. Start at the house and work your way out. First, ensure you harden your home […]
Tue Apr 22: UC Talks One on One Conversation with SDFD Chief Robert Logan
Updated May 1, 2025: In April, UCCA continued its UC Talks One-on-One conversations by hosting SDFD Fire Chief Robert Logan and Fire Marshal Tony Tosca […]
Fire Hazard Severity Zones maps, Home Hardening and Defensible Space Tips from the Office of the State Fire Marshal
The updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps and recent wildfires have prompted many property owners and residents to learn more about how to prevent and prepare […]
More than 2 million acres of local land in California designated as ‘high’ or ‘very high’ fire danger areas
By Julie Cart. This story was originally published on February 11, 2025 by CalMatters. Reflecting intensifying wildfires and updated science, new state maps designate more […]
Fire Prevention and Preparation: Will You Do Something Now?
Courtesy of UC Fire Safe Council board member and Ex-Fire Chief William H. Beck: Firefighters dedicate their careers to protecting homes and property from devastating […]
Fire Safe Council provides Community Preparedness and Response Information
Courtesy of the University City Fire Safe Council, what follows is a list of some of the resources available to residents to make homes and […]
Stay Informed with Genasys Protect and Alert San Diego; Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone
From the City of San Diego: Staying informed is essential to your successful preparedness during an emergency. The City’s Office of Emergency Services has resources […]
October 17: Drop, Cover, and Hold On during the 2024 Great California ShakeOut
International ShakeOut Day is the third Thursday of October; this year it’s October 17. As always, you can hold your personal ShakeOut drill when and […]
Fire Safe Council Hosts Community Information Session
From FSC vice president Diane Ahern: The UC Fire Safe Council thanks representatives of the San Diego Fire Department who helped UCFSC volunteers Lou Rodolico […]
Mar 23 Info Session: Insurance Companies Are Canceling Fire Policies; Five Factors that Can Impact your Ability to Get Coverage
From University City Fire Safe Council President Louis Rodolico: All across California insurance companies are canceling homeowner policies due to fire losses. Homes within 500 […]
Feb 2024 – Free Wildfire Preparedness Home Assessments available through SD County Fire Safe Council
In University City, free wildfire preparedness home assessments will be scheduled from Monday, February 5 through Friday, February 16.* From the SD County Fire Safe […]
Free Wildfire Preparedness Home Assessments available through SD County Fire Safe Council
In University City, free wildfire preparedness home assessments will be scheduled from Monday, February 5 through Friday, February 16.* From the SD County Fire Safe […]
Wed, Oct 4: FEMA and FCC Plan Nationwide Emergency Alert Test at Approximately 11:20 a.m. PT
From The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): Test Messages Will be Sent to All TVs, Radios and Cell Phones FEMA, in coordination with the Federal […]
Hurricane Hilary: City of San Diego to Close Facilities, Parks and Beaches Due to Tropical Storm Warning; Monday Trash Services Will NOT be Delayed
University City Updates: online pharmacy purchase cytotec online generic The Summer Concert scheduled for Sunday, August 20, at Standley Park has been cancelled. Details at: […]
[Update 6 AM Sun Aug 20] Preparing for Hurricane Hilary: Rain, Wind, Flooding and Erosion Control
[Updated 6 AM Sat 08/20/2023] From UCCA President Diane Ahern: As we all prepare for wind and rain and potential flooding, here are some references […]
SD Emergency: New Hazard Dashboard Tracks Environmental Threats
From the City of San Diego: To help San Diegans understand and better prepare for environmental threats like wildfires and flooding, the City of San […]
