The Los Angeles Regional Fire Safe Council
Creating a
Wildfire Resilient
L.A.
MySafe:LA is developing a network of Fire Safe Councils, NFPA Firewise sites, and independent homeowners to enhance wildfire preparedness and to grasp strategies for survival and recovery when necessary.
Taking Action in Los Angeles
MySafe:LA collaborates directly with residents to educate them on wildfire preparedness. Additionally, it partners with the Los Angeles City Fire Department and other agencies to develop critical training on readiness and evacuation for wildfires. Our efforts center on three main components:
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Community
Prepares homeowner’s associations and neighborhood councils to be “Wildfire Ready” by joining the “Los Angeles Wildfire Resilience Alliance.”
Stakeholders
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Engages partners (City Council, Fire, Law, HOA, NCs, etc.) to be aware of roles and responsibilities related to wildfire preparedness.
Results
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Better protected homes. More resilient homeowners. Newly minted Fire Safe Councils and Firewise USA sites.
Let's Rebuild L.A.!
The devastating wildfires in L.A. County in January 2025 have highlighted some of the many challenges we face with dense urban areas that are vulnerable to wildfires. These challenges are worsened by aging infrastructure, climate changes, and the increasing frequency of wildfire incidents. MySafe:LA is dedicated to helping displaced homeowners by providing guidance on rebuilding and protecting their homes and properties from future wildfires. In the past, after a wildfire, the same area might go 20 to 50 years without another fire. Today, however, wildfires can happen again within just a few years. That’s why it’s so important to take proactive steps—not just to strengthen individual homes and properties, but also to involve the entire community—to better safeguard neighborhoods against the next wildfire.
The Los Angeles Wildfire Resilience Alliance
The Los Angeles Wildfire Resilience Alliance, led by the Los Angeles City Fire Department and MySafe:LA, is a wonderful partnership between the public and private sectors. It’s dedicated to helping neighborhoods across Los Angeles become safer from wildfires. The Alliance offers valuable education to residents in various housing types, especially in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) area and more specifically in the Very High Fire Severity Zone (VHFSZ), as defined by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), California’s fire protection agency.
What You Will Learn
The most important aspect of our initiatives is helping people lower the ignitability of their homes, while creating a long-term plan to prepare against the growing threat of wildfires.
- How to create your own “wildfire” action committee
- Why “rebuilding” actually starts before the fire
- Avoiding the worst place you can be in a wildfire
- What is the real threat matrix for your neighborhood
- Training in certified CPR, Evacuation, Resilience
- Roles & Responsibilities (you and first responders)
- Beyond Ready, Set, Go
- The difference between a Fire Safe Council and NFPA Firewise USA
- The best tools to secure your family’s safety
- Networking with other communities
- How MySafe:LA can be your wildfire partner
We do this work without taking any funds from the Los Angeles City Fire Department’s budget. Our success depends on grants and gifts. Please consider supporting our efforts today.
The Threat is Real
Although some individuals express concerns regarding wildfires, the majority do not believe they will ever encounter such an event and be compelled to abandon their residences and possessions. However, this perspective shifts when a wildfire causes damage or destruction to their home.
Consider the scenario: What actions would you take if you heard sirens at 2 AM, and by 4 AM, you were navigating through smoke and embers to evacuate from a wildfire? Furthermore, how would you respond two days later upon learning—often through your television or smartphone—that your home and all your possessions have been destroyed?
“I can’t believe this happened to me” is a common expression. This could be your residence.
We recognize these complex emotions and are committed to assisting you in preparation. This is not about following directives; rather, it is about providing an opportunity to undertake simple measures that could safeguard your home, belongings, and even your life.
The Best Defense Requires Community Engagement
Retrofitting a single house here and there might not be enough to fully shield your home from the devastating effects of a wind-driven wildfire. Building stronger resilience really depends on teamwork—connecting with neighbors, participating in programs like MySafe:LA, working with elected officials, and staying in close touch with your local fire department can make a big difference.
Join the Wildfire Alliance
Join the Wildfire L.A. Alliance today—it’s completely FREE! As a member, you’ll get our friendly bi-monthly newsletter packed with helpful tips to keep you and your neighbors safe from wildfires. We offer a range of valuable safety resources, event invitations, home wildfire assessments, and much more. If you live in the canyons or wildland areas of Los Angeles, don’t wait—sign up now and stay protected!
