Ive been ordered to evacuate. You can read a version of the guide tailored for Oakland residents on The Oaklandside. Protect yourself and your family. Fire fuel chipper program kicks off June 6. Whats the history of wildfires in Berkeley? Defensible space is required by state law in high-risk fire zones and is enforced by local fire agencies, such as the Berkeley Fire Department. We know we have big challenges ahead, Berkeley Fire Chief Abe Roman said recently. 0000445547 00000 n WebThe user will cite the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection as the original source of the maps, but will clearly denote cases where the original maps have been updated, modified, or in any way altered from the original condition. The nine-month process will be collaborative, Pinto said, with a new online hub set to launch in late July, as well as public meetings in August, September and December before the citys Disaster and Fire Safety Commission. Dont hose down decks or anything. Technology is rapidly expanding the capacity of wildfire preparedness, prevention and prediction. He spent seven of those years at Station 7 in the Berkeley Hills. Streets, Sidewalks, Sewers, and Utilities, Ashby and North Berkeley BART Station Planning, Oct. 3 meeting: new plaza, street design at Ashby BART station to better serve community, Provide comments on the draft plan to create more housing in Berkeley, Learn about two affordable housing buildings opening in Berkeley. Fire prevention experts in Berkeley often point to the citys destructive 1923 fire, which started east of the hills in open space but roared into downtown, to Shattuck Avenue. How can I volunteer to help with others wildfire needs? The hazard is ranked in three categories: moderate, high and very high. No to both, says Pam Temmermand, a fire prevention specialist at CalFire. Police and fire can feed the software information during incidents and for practices and drills. Are we going to fight this or evacuate?. Another new program that began in Berkeley this year is called Firewise USA: Neighbors work together to increase ignition resistance and reduce wildfire risk in their area. We anticipate our compliance rate will drop.. To access these features, please read and accept the disclaimer on the Search page. But for much of the public, its overwhelming. When do I need to wear a mask or stay indoors? You can read a version of the guide tailored for Oakland residents on The Oaklandside. What is a go bag and how do I make one? The firestorms combined loss of life, injuries and economic loss what would be more than $4.4 billion today made it one of the worst fires in American history. How at-risk is the urban East Bay to wildland fire? WebObtain FRAP maps, data, metadata and publications on the Internet at http://frap.cdf.ca.gov Department of Forestry and Fire Protection DATA SOURCES For more information, 0000522234 00000 n We cant outsource that 100% to our first responders.. A. Santa Cruz, Santa Clara and San Mateo counties used Zonehaven, to different extents, during the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire and the post-fire debris flow hazards. If you are requesting a AB38 inspection please contact LAFD.AB38Inspection@lacity.org For further assistance, please contact the LAFDs Brush Clearance Unit: lafdbrush@lacity.org or at (800) 994-4444. What should I do? Explore city services, report issues online, pay parking tickets, Explore news and events, adopt a pet, visit acity park or pool, Get vaccinatedfor COVID-19,report a crime,access homeless services, Apply for a permit,schedule an inspection, research zoningpolicies, Apply for a business license,get business assistance,find bid & proposal opportunities, Attend a City Councilor commissionmeeting, apply for jobs,look up City holidays. It was also a wake-up call for the East Bay, exposing a vulnerability to wildland fire that is only growing. Zones almost always stay constant unless there is a significant change such as new development buildings or roadways. Both will be available in Alameda County. In the past five years, California has experienced not only the largest wildfires in our recorded history, but some of the most destructive, Chief Daniel Berlant, a deputy director for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, said during an event last week that was organized by Sen. Alex Padillas office. Wildfire threat is closely tied to weather conditions. And when batteries die, there is still paper. Her work as a journalist has encompassed everything from 10 years as a daily news reporter for the East Bay Times, Donate to Berkeleysideand support independent local journalism. On Wednesday, Cal Fire announced awards of nearly $118 million to fund 144 local wildfire prevention projects across the state. A new evacuation software system called Zonehaven is scheduled to go live on June 15. Why should I preemptively relocate during Extreme Fire Weather and Diablo winds? No city of Berkeley funds are being used, May said. Arrival points can be a temporary evacuation place or longer term. Credit: City of Berkeley. To access: Download the FEMA app. How can I find out if there is a power outage scheduled for my area? Khin Chin, BFDs emergency services coordinator, closed out the departments presentation in May by reminding residents about key resources they can use to help them stay safe. A. Having adequate coverage in an area with high wildfire risk is vital. More by Emilie Raguso. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, a partnership of national agencies that includes the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Bay Area is experiencing an exceptional drought this summer, the worst level. A map of the area showing the fire zones is available here. When different maps are used for evacuation planning, information can be confusing and disparate. Explore city services, report issues online, pay parking tickets, Explore news and events, adopt a pet, visit acity park or pool, Get vaccinatedfor COVID-19,report a crime,access homeless services, Apply for a permit,schedule an inspection, research zoningpolicies, Apply for a business license,get business assistance,find bid & proposal opportunities, Attend a City Councilor commissionmeeting, apply for jobs,look up City holidays, Research properties for conditions, history, or zoning information. Memorize your zone number. %%EOF What does it mean to harden my home against fire? Which masks best protect against wildfire smoke? Its going to be our blueprint for hazard mitigation in Berkeleys very high-severity fire zones, as well as the rest of the city, said Pinto, who is heading up BFDs new WUI division. How can I volunteer to help with others wildfire needs? The East Bay Regional Park District cites budget constraints and a lengthy permitting process as major hurdles to vegetation clearing and management. That fire destroyed 580 homes with an unknown number of deaths. City Map - 2008. Northwestern Alameda County In 2020, Berkeley had 25 days of Red Flag Warnings and only 2 days of Extreme Fire Weather. Ask if wildfire prevention requirements are being met. Clearing brush and trees 10 feet back from roadways and ensuring fire access roads are not obstructed. Non-emergency or advisory alerts such as Red Flag Warnings or traffic incidents or are sent out only by email, social media and push alerts through the Everbridge app.). State officials have also been spreading the word about how communities can prepare for increasingly dangerous blazes. If your insurance company didnt give you a 75-day notice before cancellation, or if you dont understand why you were dropped, contact the California Department of Insurance at 800-927-HELP. Resources. The National Weather Service declares a Red Flag Warning when low humidity and high winds combine for elevated fire risk. Concern over wildfire response led a group of Oakland and Berkeley residents to launch an effort to form a new East Bay Hills Wildland Fire Joint Powers Authority, which is currently in the planning stage. Weve been preparing all winter long on fire prevention activities like fuel breaks and prescribed burns. The one-block Acacia Avenue in the hills has already gotten certified as Firewise; its a Berkeley first. The cost of insurance if you can get it is challenging or prohibitive for some family budgets. We all know that, for fast-moving fires, with our narrow roads and dense population, that starting an evacuation once the fire ignites may not be enough, he said. The Berkeley Wildfire Guide is a collaboration between Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside. They blow from northeast to southwest, a switch from the Bay Areas usual winds, which come off the ocean. It can provide detailed information on fire code requirements for everything from a rental house to a multi-unit apartment complex. In 2021, the park district received a California Coastal Conservancy Wildfire Resilience grant for removal of Eucalyptus groves near the Tilden Nature Area, and at the far north end of Wildcat Canyon. Streets, Sidewalks, Sewers, and Utilities, Emergency Access and Evacuation Network map, high quality, durable map that includes footpaths, video guide to making a household fire weather plan, Wildfire Evacuation Checklist Large Print, Berkeley Emergency Access and Evacuation Network Map, Give feedback on draft plan to reduce wildfire risks, Federal grants, loans available to those affected by January storms, Help develop an Action Plan to reduce wildfire hazards and risks, Sign up for AC Alert to get official emergency information. Q. This Emergency Access and Evacuation Network map identifies roads with capacity for more cars. Along with defensible space, home hardening, once a rare term, is now finding its way to the common lingo of wildfire prevention. The recommendations regarding defensible space are based on data showing they can or might help. Property owners can face fines and a misdemeanor conviction if they fail to comply after repeated notifications. Talk to friends and family who you might be able to stay with, or consider putting aside money to stay in a hotel. Replacing all wood materials such as roofs, siding and decks, fences, and gates with fire-retardant or noncombustible options: composite, cement, metal, clay, tile, fire-treated wood. Sources used in compiling this guide: CalFire, Berkeley Fire Department, Oakland Fire Department, FEMA, Alameda County Fire Department, U.S. Forest Service, National Interagency Fire Center, National Wildfire Coordinating Group, U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Weather Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Centers for Disease Control, Pacific Gas & Electric, East Bay Municipal Utility District, East Bay Regional Park District, California Fire Safe Council, Governors Office of Emergency Services, Community Emergency Alert Teams, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, University of California Cooperative Extension, Oakland Animal Services, Berkeley Disaster Preparedness Neighborhood Network, Hills Emergency Forum, Alameda County Office of Emergency Services, Oakland Firesafe Council, Diablo Firesafe Council, FIRESafe Marin, Public Health Institute, California Air Resources Board, Bay Area Air Quality Management District, American Red Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Mask Oakland, Zonehaven, ALERTWildfire, City of Mill Valley, City of Ross. A. Be ready to leave the hills when the Berkeley Fire Department proclaimsExtreme Fire Weatherdue to forecasted low humidity and high winds. Local jurisdictions including Berkeley base their own regulations on the CalFire model. Register on the AC Alert website or download the Everbridge App to receive emergency alerts via text, email, phone call and push alert. For many emergency planners, this is exciting, with the roll-out of products like real-time evacuation software and solar-powered warning sirens with voice capacity. For now, Berkeley sees these conditions for just a few days each year. Some of the work is required, while some is strongly recommended. 0000000877 00000 n What if Im unhoused or know people who are in my area? Berkeley residents must change how we prepare and respond. There are no restrictions on the distribution of the maps by users. This years extreme drought, likely worsened by climate change, is a major contributing factor to heightened fire danger. The responsibility of renters generally stops with the physical property, the house or building and the yard. In an emergency, listen for your zone number on the radio (1610 AM in Berkeley), look for it on Twitter and Facebook and use Zonehavens real-time evacuation map to see where to go. Do defensible space regulations apply to my property? Free for all, funded by readers. Whether you plan to leave early or after a fire starts, think ahead of time about where youll stay. Nonprofit news. And some of the work needs to be done or maintained every year. Berkeleys vegetation management program applies to the citys hillside fire zones, which are made up of two zones, called 2 and 3. I rent. The CalFire model uses zones around a house: an ember-resistant zone extending five feet from the structure, called Zone 0; a wider inner zone extending 30 feet out, Zone 1; and an outer zone, extending from 30 feet to 100 feet, Zone 2. Learn what they mean so you can take appropriate action to protect yourself. If you can save five minutes, you can save lives; if you can save an hour, you can save lives. Make a household fire weather plan. A. First responders use the program to guide decision-making around if, when, and where to order evacuations or evacuation warnings. Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA): These alerts are sent by authorized government agencies such as the National Weather Service, FEMA, and local police and fire departments to WEA-capable phones via your provider. 0000598246 00000 n Local agencies can also create stricter regulations than state authorities. The guide first published on July 29, 2021, and last updated on June 7, 2022 was written by Kate Darby Rauch and Brian Krans, edited by Zac Farber and Jacob Simas, designed by Doug Ng and illustrated by T.L. A software program that uses an algorithm incorporating various factors or inputs affecting disasters or emergency events to produce a digital evacuation map or real-time guide based on pre-set community zones. We all have to adapt to this new normal.. WebLook up your evacuation zone now and write it down. If youre a homeowner in the hills, heres what you should do now: Insurance companies have to give you a 75 day-notice of cancellation under state law. Berkeley Path Wanderers sells ahigh quality, durable map that includes footpaths. How can seniors and people with disabilities prepare for wildfires? You will get different types of alerts based on the current threat level inyour evacuation zone: Fires are unpredictable and conditions can change rapidly. Where has Zonehaven been used to date, and lessons learned? To access: Go to the National Weather Service website. Is Zonehaven useful for people who dont live near wildland fire risks? How do distant fires cause pollution in the Bay Area? What should I do? Though in high wildland fire risk zones, creating defensible space is the law. We have to take ownership ourselves of that risk. Text prepare to this number to subscribe to messages. Vegetation fires in these areas, including in the Eastshore State Park, can potentially spread into urban and residential areas, depending on the weather, said Berkeley Fire Chief Abe Roman. The rest of the city is subject to less-restrictive ADU regulations that were approved last xb``b``fg``d@@---IXd0-9`s? [}A S' Fire Zone Map C.A.R. Nonprofit news. Create a resilient, safe, connected, and prepared City, Be a customer-focused organization that provides excellent, timely, easily accessible service and information to the community. Unlike property owners, rebuilding or dealing with homeowners insurance wasnt relevant. A. (We asked for the countywide cost and havent received this information yet.). For an in-depth explanation of these terms,watch our video about fire weather. In July, BFD is going digital with its property inspections, resulting in online inspection reports once new software is up and running. They are used to build a communitywide (city or county or whatever entity is purchasing the program) baseline digital map of evacuation zones. Law enforcement has the legal authority to order an evacuation, but during emergencies they usually work hand-in-hand with fire departments and offices of emergency services. CalFire sets the gold standard of defensible space. The closer to the house, the more space between bushes and trees. 0000001157 00000 n In July, BFD is going digital with its property inspections, resulting in online inspection reports once new software is up and Hosing a yard or anything else wont help. Who will be there to help during and after a wildfire? Once decisions are made, using incident information coming in from many sources such as responders on the ground and helicopters overhead, they must be communicated quickly, to everyone coming in to help, fire, law, media, the public, May said. Why do power outages occur more often during fire season? Please save the water for our firefighters, Temmermand said. Berkeley developed evacuation zones in 2019, which Zonehaven fine-tuned, May said. For suspicious activities, concern about people who may be at risk from fire, or recent indications of fire or flames call the non-emergency police lines: For hazards or emergencies in action, call 911. 6 0 obj<>stream All Berkeley residents, indeed, all Alameda County residents, will live in a zone identified by a number. This response can move slowly, compared with the impacts of drought, heat, wind and dense, dry vegetation in fire prone areas. 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