MySafe:Riverside, a division of the Safe Community Project, is taking bold steps to protect lives across Riverside County and the greater Southern California region. Through its mission-driven campaign to install free smoke alarms in high-risk homes, the organization is working closely with local fire departments to ensure that every household, especially the most vulnerable, has access to this

On April 21st, MySafe:Riverside Executive Director David Barrett traveled to Sacramento to advocate for ongoing wildfire prevention support and to gain deeper insights into the implementation of Proposition 4, California’s new wildfire and climate resilience bond measure. Representing both MySafe:Riverside and MySafe:LA, Barrett joined a coalition of wildfire safety and land management leaders working to ensure

In early April, MySafe:Riverside Executive Director David Barrett traveled to Washington, D.C., as part of a significant national effort to advance wildfire safety and community resilience. Accompanied by Education Director Cameron Barrett, the team delivered a compelling presentation to the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), emphasizing the urgent

Earlier this month, David Barrett, Executive Director of MySafe:Riverside, addressed the University of Southern California Undergraduate Student Government (USG) in a special presentation focused on the growing threat of wildfires and the critical role of individual preparedness. Though held in Los Angeles, the conversation struck a deep chord for students with ties to

As wildfire seasons grow longer and more destructive across California, the demand for faster, smarter, and more coordinated fire suppression efforts has never been greater. At the forefront of that response is CAL FIRE, the state’s lead wildfire agency, which has made significant advances in operational readiness and field capabilities over

In 2020, California enacted Assembly Bill 3074, mandating the creation of an “ember-resistant zone”—referred to as “Zone 0”—within five feet of structures in designated high fire hazard areas. This initiative aims to reduce the risk of homes igniting from wind-driven embers during wildfires, a leading cause of structural fires. Despite the

As wildfires grow more intense and unpredictable across Southern California, one thing is clear: no one can do this alone. Creating truly firesafe communities takes a collaborative effort—and right here in Riverside County, MySafe:Riverside is showing how it’s done. A division of the Safe Community Project, MySafe:Riverside works hand-in-hand with local fire departments,

In January 2025, a catastrophic firestorm swept across the Los Angeles basin, fueled by dry conditions, record-breaking wind gusts, and a dense accumulation of vegetation. The blaze moved at speeds surpassing 70 mph, overwhelming firefighting resources and triggering mass evacuations from hillside communities. For many Californians, it was a sobering reminder that no

California’s Insurance Commissioner, Ricardo Lara, has revealed a thorough policy designed to tackle the state’s wildfire insurance issues, set to begin in January 2025. This policy encompasses several crucial components: These strategic measures are integral to Commissioner Lara’s Sustainable Insurance Strategy, which is designed to enhance the stability of California’s insurance market,

As climate change increasingly impacts our communities, individuals and families must take proactive steps to ensure they are well-prepared for potential power outages. This week (starting October 18, 2024), several counties in California are experiencing critical “Red Flag” weather conditions. In response, local power providers often take the precautionary measure

As the last embers of the Airport Fire are extinguished, the affected communities are grappling with questions about accountability, fire propagation, and the potential for future incidents. For those residing in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI), commonly known as the WUI (Woo-eee), the looming threat of wildfires is ever-present, particularly when dry conditions, gusty

Ask anyone living in a high-fire risk area of the state about their insurance status. You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who responds, “It’s all good.” For several years, insurance providers have been either limiting new policies or, in many cases, leaving California and not renewing policies at all. This