May marks Wildfire Preparedness Month, a time to focus on protecting your home, family and community. As temperatures rise and dry conditions increase the risk of wildfires, taking steps now to create defensible space and hardening your home can make a difference. Learn how to prepare your property create an emergency plan and stay informed so you can respond safely if a wildfire occurs.

Download the May Digital Toolkit
For help downloading or using materials, please email oes_infoofficer@sjgov.org or call (209) 953-6200.
Illustration of three firefighters responding to a wildfire.

Key Messages

  • Wildfire Awareness Month
  • Get ready
  • Get set
  • Go!
  • Fire smart landscaping
  • Wildfire safety for access and functional needs community members
  • Pets depend on us!
  • Livestock Pass Program
How to use and customize messages
  1. Download the Microsoft Word document.
  2. Click "Enable Editing" at the top of the page.
  3. Select "File", then choose "Save a Copy".
  4. Name your file and save it to a location you can easily find.
  5. Customize the message or use it as written, then share it with your network.
How to use and customize graphics

You may be asked to create a free account on Canva.

  1. Click the Canva link.
  2. Select "File", then choose "Make a Copy".
  3. Customize the design to fit your needs and make it your own.