Firewise Events

February 19-20: Assessing Wildland Hazards in the Home Ignition Zone

Event Sponsor: National Wildfire Coordinating Group and Firewise Communities

Location: Doubletree Hotel
2001 Point West Way
Sacramento, CA 95815

Cost of Event: $200

Description: This 2-day workshop covers the myths of wildland/urban interface fire, the history and context of W/UI fire disasters, sequential elements of a W/UI fire disaster, research and case studies, risk factors in the home ignition zone, information needed to conduct an assessment, the general health of the ecosystem, inspecting the home ignition zone, accessibility in case of a wildfire emergency, documenting an assessment, and much more.

Other: Class materials, continental break, lunch, breaks, and a certificate are included in the registration fee.

For Further Information: http://www.firewise.org/workshop