Lead the community in all-hazards planning, preparedness, response, and recovery with a focus on wildfire. Do this by focusing on improving countywide evacuation safety, continuing to strengthen early alert and warning systems, creating more defensible space around properties and roadways, engaging residents in emergency preparedness and fire-safe land stewardship, leading the community in recovery from Federally declared disasters, and by mitigating the impact of Public Safety Power Shutoff events.
The Challenge
Nevada County is at risk for catastrophic wildfire and our mid-elevation west-slope location also puts us at risk for winter storms, flooding, and extreme heat and cold events.
92% of Nevada County residents live in high to very high fire severity zones.
560 miles of County roads and over 1,500 miles of private roads are used by residents to get to and from residences.
CAL FIRE has identified 10 priority projects in Nevada County that need to be implemented and maintained to defend our communities.
County Initiatives
Increase evacuation safety programs county-wide to save lives.
Improve county-wide early warning systems and emergency communications.
Reduce fire severity and intensity through fuels management by increasing defensible space, affordable green waste disposal, and fuel break implementation.
Provide a coordinated approach to wildfire preparedness through advocacy, community engagement, and project implementation.
Plan and train for, respond to, and recover from all hazards, with a specific emphasis on wildfires.
A powerful winter storm is expected to impact Nevada County next week, bringing hazardous travel conditions, possible foothill snow and the potential for widespread power outages. Learn More
Due to weather conditions, the Lower Deer Creek – Penn Valley Town Hall Meeting, has been rescheduled for February 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Learn More
An active storm system is bringing heavy rain and mountain snow. According to initial forecasts, there is a potential for low-elevation snow next week that could impact holiday travel and plans. Learn More
Rain, mountain snow and moderate winds are expected through Monday, Nov. 17. Sand is available (while supplies last) to help community members protect their home and property. Learn More
Rain, mountain snow and moderate winds are expected Friday through Sunday, October 25–27. Sand is available (while supplies last) to help community members protect their home and property. Learn More
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) reminds the community that fireworks can spark wildfires. All fireworks are illegal in Nevada County. Possessing, transporting, or using fireworks is against the law. Learn More
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES) has completed planning for the Woodpecker Ravine Phase 1 Shaded Fuel Break Project and initiated removal of hazardous vegetation on more than 300 private parcels. Learn More
The Nevada County Office of Emergency Services (OES), in collaboration with the Tahoe National Forest, is set to implement a 110-acre roadside vegetation management project in the Truckee Ranger District. Learn More
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Progress Report
View the interactive scorecard below to track progress on Board objectives or download the full report.
