# Latest **URL:** https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/latest.md [Latest](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/tags.md) --- ## [2026-09-27 Berkeley Ember Stomp!](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-09-27-berkeley-ember-stomp/586)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 2:10am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-09-27-berkeley-ember-stomp/586 "2026-09-16T02:10:09Z")
A day of practical wildfire solutions followed by a community picnic! Join us with the family, inlaws, children and friends for all or some of the day! Sunday Sep. 27, 12:00-7:00pm @ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran,… --- ## [Vegetation, Home Hardening, and Neighborhood Work Days](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/vegetation-home-hardening-and-neighborhood-work-days/585)
**Author:** [@talalshamoon](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/talalshamoon)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2026, 3:28am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/vegetation-home-hardening-and-neighborhood-work-days/585 "2026-08-25T03:28:29Z")
Use this topic to coordinate practical wildfire-risk-reduction work around Oak Ridge Road. Post here about: Vegetation-management or chipping opportunities Neighborhood cleanup and work days Home-hardening projects an… --- ## [Oak Ridge Road Evacuation Planning and Readiness](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/oak-ridge-road-evacuation-planning-and-readiness/583)
**Author:** [@talalshamoon](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/talalshamoon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 4:57am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/oak-ridge-road-evacuation-planning-and-readiness/583 "2026-08-24T04:57:43Z")
A place for Oak Ridge Road neighbors to discuss evacuation readiness and neighborhood-specific questions. Possible discussion areas include: Personal and household evacuation plans Alert systems and emergency communic… --- ## [Introductions, Skills, and Neighbor Connections](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/introductions-skills-and-neighbor-connections/582)
**Author:** [@talalshamoon](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/talalshamoon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 4:57am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/introductions-skills-and-neighbor-connections/582 "2026-08-24T04:57:15Z")
Welcome, Oak Ridge Road neighbors! Use this topic to introduce yourself and connect with nearby residents. You might share: The general part of the neighborhood you’re in—only as specifically as you’re comfortable sha… --- ## [How to download slides from presentation](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/how-to-download-slides-from-presentation/579)
**Author:** [@lindsayschach](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/lindsayschach)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 4:31am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/how-to-download-slides-from-presentation/579 "2026-08-16T04:31:09Z")
How do I download the slides from the recent evacuation clinic as pdf’s on my Mac? Thanks, Lindsay --- ## [Creston Firewise Evacuation Clinic Slides](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/creston-firewise-evacuation-clinic-slides/581)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 4:27am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/creston-firewise-evacuation-clinic-slides/581 "2026-08-16T04:27:44Z")
You may download a compressed version of the slides presented at the August 11, 2026 evacuation clinic webinar by Creston Firewise and HelpBerkeley here: Creston Firewise Virtual Evacuation Clinic 2026-08-11 For Dist… --- ## [2026-08-16 Homeowner's Insurance & Wildfire Risk Seminar with uphelp.org](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-16-homeowners-insurance-wildfire-risk-seminar-with-uphelp-org/580)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 7:00am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-16-homeowners-insurance-wildfire-risk-seminar-with-uphelp-org/580 "2026-08-14T07:00:00Z")
Worried about your homeowner’s insurance? Concerned about rate increases or your policy getting canceled due to fire risk? El Cerrito FireSafe Council is sponsoring a free 1-hour community meeting featuring United Poli… --- ## [2026-08-22: First Ever Zone 0 Fire Resilient Art in the Garden Show at ACCI!](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-22-first-ever-zone-0-fire-resilient-art-in-the-garden-show-at-acci/577)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 4:54pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-22-first-ever-zone-0-fire-resilient-art-in-the-garden-show-at-acci/577 "2026-08-06T16:54:45Z")
On August 22, 2026, Berkeley’s own Arts and Crafts Cooperative Gallery is opening the first-in-kind noncombustible garden art show focused on wildfire mitigation, Zone 0: New Opportunities for Art in the Garden! The … --- ## [2026-08-22 Month-Long Fire Resilient Art Show at Berkeley's ACCI Gallery](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-22-month-long-fire-resilient-art-show-at-berkeleys-acci-gallery/576)
**Author:** [@ruthe](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/ruthe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 3:30pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-22-month-long-fire-resilient-art-show-at-berkeleys-acci-gallery/576 "2026-08-06T15:30:47Z")
Zone 0: New Opportunities for Art in the Garden opens at ACCI Gallery from August 22 through September 27, 2026. As wildfire preparedness reshapes California landscapes, the exhibit explores how artists are transforming … --- ## [DIY Noncombustible Garden Art](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/diy-noncombustible-garden-art/575)
**Author:** [@ruthe](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/ruthe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2026, 3:08am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/diy-noncombustible-garden-art/575 "2026-08-06T03:08:59Z")
Homemade Garden Sculpture by die\_Niam DIY Garden Art Projects With the passage of EMBER, homeowners in the Grizzly Peak and Panoramic Hills Mitigation Areas (areas located on the eastern edge of the City of Berkeley… --- ## [2026-08-11 6:30pm Online Firewise Evacuation Clinic](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-11-6-30pm-online-firewise-evacuation-clinic/574)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 10:31pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-11-6-30pm-online-firewise-evacuation-clinic/574 "2026-07-23T22:31:13Z")
Online Evacuation clinic by Creston Firewise & HelpBerkeley! It will be given at a more detailed level than the City of Berkeley’s evac clinics. The clinic will move fast with a packed agenda: Extreme Fire Weather—a ne… --- ## [2026-08-09 4:00pm In-Person Firewise Evacuation Clinic w Chief Winnacker!](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-09-4-00pm-in-person-firewise-evacuation-clinic-w-chief-winnacker/573)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 10:19pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-08-09-4-00pm-in-person-firewise-evacuation-clinic-w-chief-winnacker/573 "2026-07-23T22:19:59Z")
In-person Evacuation clinic with Chief Winnacker by Creston Firewise & HelpBerkeley! Chief Winnacker, nationally respected expert (the analyst in the PBS documentary of the SoCal fires Weathered), will do the questions a… --- ## [Are the Berkeley Flats Safe from Wildfire?](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/are-the-berkeley-flats-safe-from-wildfire/572)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/are-the-berkeley-flats-safe-from-wildfire/572 "2026-07-19T19:36:38Z")
Extreme Diablo Wind Events in Berkeley: Duration and Risk—Summary The general expectation in Berkeley is that, while the Berkeley Wildland Urban Interface (WUI—“Berkeley Hills”) is dangerously exposed to wildfire, the f… --- ## [HelpBerkeley Evacuation Clinic Slides](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/helpberkeley-evacuation-clinic-slides/571)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 4:19am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/helpberkeley-evacuation-clinic-slides/571 "2026-07-18T04:19:33Z")
--- ## [What an ember fire feels like \[Disturbing video\]](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/what-an-ember-fire-feels-like-disturbing-video/569)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 3:27am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/what-an-ember-fire-feels-like-disturbing-video/569 "2026-07-18T03:27:13Z")
There is little doubt that we will be facing ember storms when evacuating. If a wildfire comes in fire season, it will likely be during strong N-E Diablo winds. A part of Tilden Park will be burning, and embers will come… --- ## [HelpBerkeley's simple, One-Page Evacuation Plan Worksheet](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/helpberkeleys-simple-one-page-evacuation-plan-worksheet/568)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2026, 2:55am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/helpberkeleys-simple-one-page-evacuation-plan-worksheet/568 "2026-07-18T02:55:16Z")
HelpBerkeley has put together, specifically for Berkeley WUI residents, a simple, one-page Evacuation Plan Worksheet that you can use to draft your first evacuation plan: Download it here: HelpBerkeley Evacuation P… --- ## [Transcript of the July 16, 2026 evacuation webinar](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/transcript-of-the-july-16-2026-evacuation-webinar/567)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2026, 5:12am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/transcript-of-the-july-16-2026-evacuation-webinar/567 "2026-07-17T05:12:20Z")
This transcript was automatically produced from the evacuation webinar and has not been edited. Introduction and Logistics \[Michel Thouati\] This clinic was first given a year ago several times, both as a seminar and a w… --- ## [Starting a new Firewise or DPN Group? Apply for this mini-grant!](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/starting-a-new-firewise-or-dpn-group-apply-for-this-mini-grant/565)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2026, 7:50pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/starting-a-new-firewise-or-dpn-group-apply-for-this-mini-grant/565 "2026-07-15T19:50:44Z")
Our outstanding Berkeley Disaster Preparedness Neighborhood Network has launched a mini-grant program to support disaster preparedness efforts. Existing neighborhood groups and community organizations can apply for up t… --- ## [2026-07-16 6:30pm Online Firewise Evacuation Clinic](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-07-16-6-30pm-online-firewise-evacuation-clinic/564)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 5:07am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-07-16-6-30pm-online-firewise-evacuation-clinic/564 "2026-07-09T05:07:26Z")
Online Evacuation clinic by Creston Firewise & HelpBerkeley! It will be given at a more detailed level than the City of Berkeley’s evac clinics. The clinic will move fast with a packed agenda: Extreme Fire Weather—a ne… --- ## [2026-07-11 4:00pm In-Person Firewise Evacuation Clinic](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-07-11-4-00pm-in-person-firewise-evacuation-clinic/563)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 5:00am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-07-11-4-00pm-in-person-firewise-evacuation-clinic/563 "2026-07-09T05:00:25Z")
In-person Evacuation clinic by Creston Firewise & HelpBerkeley! It will be given at a more detailed level than the City of Berkeley’s evac clinics. The clinic will move fast with a packed agenda: Extreme Fire Weather—a… --- ## [Fence Replacement Program: reimbursement for part of your costs](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/fence-replacement-program-reimbursement-for-part-of-your-costs/566)
**Author:** [@system](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 7:00am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/fence-replacement-program-reimbursement-for-part-of-your-costs/566 "2026-07-06T07:00:00Z")
Homes subject to full EMBER requirements must replace the first 5 ft of combustible fences and gates attached to their homes by noncombustible fences, such as aluminum, steel, or brick fences. This brand new Berkeley Fi… --- ## [2026-06-23 For Landscaping Pros: Navigating East Bay Fire-Smart Landscaping Challenges](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-23-for-landscaping-pros-navigating-east-bay-fire-smart-landscaping-challenges/562)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-23-for-landscaping-pros-navigating-east-bay-fire-smart-landscaping-challenges/562 "2026-06-10T18:13:10Z")
In this Forum on Navigating East Bay Fire-Smart Landscaping Challenges, landscape architect Emily Schlickman (UC Davis) will help to trouble-shoot common challenges and showcase ways of navigating challenges that have co… --- ## [2026-06-16 Networking Session for Fire-Smart Landscaping Professionals Webinar](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-16-networking-session-for-fire-smart-landscaping-professionals-webinar/561)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 6:07pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-16-networking-session-for-fire-smart-landscaping-professionals-webinar/561 "2026-06-10T18:07:45Z")
In this Networking Session for Fire-Smart Landscaping Professionals, landscaping professionals will have the opportunity to engage with each other as well as with other professionals working to reduce fire risk in the Ea… --- ## [2026-06-09 For Landscaping Pros: Fire-Smart Landscaping in the East Bay Webinar](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-09-for-landscaping-pros-fire-smart-landscaping-in-the-east-bay-webinar/560)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 5:57pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-06-09-for-landscaping-pros-fire-smart-landscaping-in-the-east-bay-webinar/560 "2026-06-10T17:57:31Z")
Format: FREE webinar series for landscaping professionals Description: Join UC Cooperative Extension and collaborators for a three-part virtual series for East Bay landscaping professionals interested in working with cl… --- ## [Official Firewise Certificate?](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/official-firewise-certificate/535)
**Author:** [@Havisha](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/Havisha)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 5:02am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/official-firewise-certificate/535 "2026-06-10T05:02:12Z")
Hi all, I’m a new member of this community (in the process of buying a house) and currently applying for fire insurance. As a part of the process, I need to show an official Firewise certificate. Can someone please help… --- ## [2026-05-19 The proposal to close Fire Station #4](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-05-19-the-proposal-to-close-fire-station-4/556)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 4:32am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-05-19-the-proposal-to-close-fire-station-4/556 "2026-06-10T04:32:46Z")
Friends and Neighbors, The City of Berkeley is facing a significant budget deficit, and has now for at least 8 years. It will discuss its response to the deficit tonight Tuesday May 19, at 6:00pm. In response to this de… --- ## [2026-05-21 "Prepare for Fire Season" May 30-31 clearing weekend and picnic!](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-05-21-prepare-for-fire-season-may-30-31-clearing-weekend-and-picnic/555)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2026, 7:00am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-05-21-prepare-for-fire-season-may-30-31-clearing-weekend-and-picnic/555 "2026-05-21T07:00:00Z")
The weekend of May 30-31 is the first Creston Firewise “Prepare For Fire Season” weekend, with a potluck picnic and socializing Sunday @ 4:00pm! Clean-up - you can: Get rid of your brush and debris, and prune your shr… --- ## [Writing the council about Fire Station #4 and the budget process](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/writing-the-council-about-fire-station-4-and-the-budget-process/552)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/writing-the-council-about-fire-station-4-and-the-budget-process/552 "2026-05-19T15:52:42Z")
A strawman email to the Berkeley City Council at council@berkeleyca.gov Dear Members of the Berkeley City Council, I am writing to express my concern about the city’s response to our structural deficit, the proposal to… --- ## [Op Ed: We've been paying to stop closing Fire Station #4 since 2008](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/op-ed-weve-been-paying-to-stop-closing-fire-station-4-since-2008/551)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2026, 3:45pm UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/op-ed-weve-been-paying-to-stop-closing-fire-station-4-since-2008/551 "2026-05-19T15:45:25Z")
The City of Berkeley is facing a significant budget deficit, and has now for at least 8 years. It will discuss its response to the deficit tonight Tuesday May 19, at 6:00pm. In response to this deficit, among other measu… --- ## [2026-04-30 April update---clearing days May 30-31, July 18-19, other dates to save](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-04-30-april-update-clearing-days-may-30-31-july-18-19-other-dates-to-save/550)
**Author:** [@MichelThouati](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/u/MichelThouati)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 4:20am UTC](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/t/2026-04-30-april-update-clearing-days-may-30-31-july-18-19-other-dates-to-save/550 "2026-05-01T04:20:46Z")
Friends and neighbors, Dates Per our annual meeting, these are important dates to save: May 30-31: Prep For Fire Season Clearing Weekend, with picnic Sun 4:00pm July 18-19: Prep for Fire Season Clearing Weekend, with… [Next page](https://www.berkeleyfirewise.org/latest.md?page=1)