MySafe:Riverside

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We will publish meeting notices, press releases, and articles of interest in this section. Please stop by and visit every few weeks for the latest news. 

MySafe:Riverside Leadership Travels to Sacramento to Advance Wildfire Preparedness Efforts

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

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MySafe:Riverside Executive Team Advocates for Wildfire Safety in Washington, D.C.

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

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Bridging Wildfire Awareness from LA to Riverside: MySafe:Riverside Executive Director Speaks at USC

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

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Building Firesafe Communities – Together

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,

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The LA Firestorm: A Wake-Up Call for Riverside County

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

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Exciting Wildfire Insurance News

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,

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Preparing for a Power Outage

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

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Report on the Airport Fire

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

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Insurance Crisis: A glimmer of hope!

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

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Ready, Set, Go isn’t Urgent. Until it is. Get Ready

The Line Fire in San Bernardino County expanded rapidly overnight, underscoring California’s unpredictable and perilous nature of wildfires. Fueled by arid conditions, strong winds, and highly flammable vegetation, the fire spread swiftly, outpacing initial containment efforts. Wildfires like these can engulf thousands of acres within mere hours, driven by the region’s notorious Santa

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