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New Tool Released for Fire Prediction

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 7, 2015 with No Comments

The Santa Ana Wildfire Threat Index (SAWTI) categorizes Santa Ana winds based on anticipated fire potential. The tool breaks down Southern California into four geographies, outlines the areas where fires will have low (marginal) to extreme rates of growth, and current weather conditions. This product is produced by the USDA Forest Service and Predictive Services. Check it out and bookmark the page.

ALERT: Rains Cause Mudslides Post-Fire

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 17, 2014 with No Comments

Fires, steep hillsides, and rain — a recipe for trouble? The 91 Freeway was closed this morning due to a mudslide that spanned all eastbound lanes. Reports indicate the mud came from the unstable burn areas (of Chino Hills State Park). Today we go to the Planning Commission in Orange County to remind them that houses on hills, fires, and rain will also be a recipe for trouble. We will report the decision when we have it. Check out the … Read More

Summer 2011

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 15, 2011 with No Comments

Summer 2011 (PDF – 1.16 MB) Highlights: 296 Acre Acquisition State Park Discovery Center Whittier Hills Oil Drilling Calendar of Events Coal Canyon Linkage at Risk State Park Fire Ralph’s and SwipeGood Donation Opportunities

Winter 2009

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 15, 2009 with No Comments

Winter 2009 (PDF – 565 KB) Highlights: Freeway Complex Fire Arundo donax removal begun Save the Date Lawsuit against road settled