Below you will find local wildfire preparedness programs, grants and resources to help you make home / property improvements and reduce wildfire risk in your community. Scroll down to access grants and resources for Alpine County.
Refer back to the “Get Started” page for statewide California information on brush clearing and other requirements and risk reduction resources for improving your home’s chances of surviving a wildfire and increasing your and your community’s eligibility for insurance discounts and renewal rewards.
| Green Waste Vouchers | The Alpine Fire Safe Council offers Eastern Alpine County residents free vouchers for the disposal of greens waste. The goal is for Alpine County residents use these vouchers to continue cleaning up year round to protect homes and property from wildfires.
Contact any of the members listed here to obtain a free voucher |
| Curb Side Chipping Program | Residents can contact the Alpine Fire Safe Council to sign up for vegetation chipping services every Thursday. Chipped materials will be broadcast back onto the property
Contact Clint Celio, Alpine County Wildfire Projects Coordinator at ccelio@alpinecountyca.gov or (530)-694-1879 |
| CALFIRE Defensible Space Inspection Program | Request a free defensible space inspection for your property. Inspections and recommendations to reach wildfire preparedness standards provided by CALFIRE in partnership with the Alpine Fire Safe Council
Call (530) 708-2793 to learn more. |
 Fire Safe Councils are community-led organizations that mobilize residents to protect their homes and communities from wildfire. |
Contact: Kris Hartnett |
Firewise is a national program that encourages communities to work together to assess and reduce wildfire risks. Visit Become a Firewise USA Site to learn how to make your community Firewise. Regional Coordinator: Clint Celio, (775) 720-6534, clint@cgcelio.com |
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| Marklee Village / Carson Ridge – Markleeville Mesa Vista – Markleeville |
Fire departments and government agencies in your area may be offering wildfire risk reduction programs and help.
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Eastern Alpine Fire and Rescue Email: efd@alpinecountyca.gov |
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| Bear Valley Fire Department
Phone: (209) 753-2232 |
