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Every past issue of the Lamorinda Ready newsletter. Local fire news, regulatory updates, hardening checklists, and the weekly spring-to-red preparedness cadence.
This Week's Power Shutoff Reached Contra Costa
PG&E shut off power to 1,605 Contra Costa customers this week as dry offshore winds gusted up to 67 mph. Here's what happened, what to know for next time, and a new state law that starts a home hardening certification program.
Read this issueA Power Shutoff Reached the East Bay, and a Warm Week Ahead
PG&E shut off power to parts of Alameda County on Friday as dry, gusty winds raised fire danger. Contra Costa wasn't on the list this time, but warm weather returns Thursday. Here's how to get ready for a shutoff, plus two new post-wildfire laws and Lafayette's new Firewise neighborhoods.
Read this issueA Fire in Briones, a Hot Week, and a Zone 0 Update
A fire in Briones on Thursday and a hot, dry week ahead: fire season in Lamorinda doesn't end with September. Also: an update on the state's Zone 0 rules, which are not in effect yet, and what Sacramento just signed.
Read this issueThe Deal That Died in Sacramento: Wildfire Liability and What It Means Here
Sacramento's wildfire liability overhaul died without a vote, and PG&E responded within a day. Here's what the fight was about, what it means for Lamorinda homeowners — and the free Firescaping webinar to catch on September 15.
Read this issueThe Week Reno Had to Leave: Evacuation Lessons for Lamorinda
More than 90,000 people around Reno were told to leave or get ready to. Here's what the Hawk Fire teaches Lamorinda about evacuation readiness — and the local class that starts September 15.
Read this issueThe First Five Feet Are Now State Policy: California Adopts Zone 0
California just made the first five feet around your home official policy. Here's what the new Zone 0 rules require, when they phase in, and the 20-minute walk that puts you ahead of the clock.
Read this issueThe County Is Planning How Lamorinda Gets Out: Evacuation Study, Smarter Signals, and Two Bills to Watch
The annual tri-city meeting put evacuation planning front and center: a countywide study, smarter signals, and a dual-use trail. Here's what it means for your household, plus one thing to do after Thursday's earthquake.
Read this issuePrescribed Burns Begin in Orinda: What the Smoke Means, and What MOFD Inspectors Are Looking For
MOFD crews started burning ridgelines in Orinda last week. Here's why it matters, what to do when you see smoke, and whether your street is on the upcoming inspection list.
Read this issueFree Fire Protection: How to Claim MOFD's Vents and Gutter Guards Before June 30
MOFD is giving away free stainless-steel gutter guards, free vent mesh, and up to $1,000 back on ember-resistant vents. Three weeks left. Here's exactly how to claim them.
Read this issueRed Flag Warning Wednesday: What to Do Before the Wind
Red Flag Warning Wednesday–Thursday. Gusts above 45 mph, humidity in the teens. Here's the short checklist before the wind arrives, plus MOFD's revised ambulance fees taking effect July 1 and your last-call reminder on the June 30 home-hardening grants.
Read this issueFree from MOFD: Four Programs to Use Before June 30
MOFD is giving away gutter guards, vent screens, brush chipping, and a broom-puller loan — free for Moraga, Orinda, and Canyon residents through June 30. Plus the BEACON drill is Thursday, the new statewide WUI code just took effect, and a 3-month calendar of dates worth saving.
Read this issueBEACON Emergency Drill, New WUI Codes, and Your Spring Zone Zero Check
Lamorinda's emergency communications network gets its biggest test, new fire and WUI codes take effect in Moraga and Orinda, your spring Zone Zero checklist, and a real-world EBMUD rebate project walkthrough.
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