Sonoma County residents now have a new digital tool in their arsenal for combating wildfires, and it’s called SonomaCountyResilient.org, designed to provide a centralized location for information and resources aimed at reducing wildfire risk and protecting the local environment.
The platform is an offshoot of the Resilient Forests & Watersheds Initiative, which pushes to mitigate wildfire threats, restore ecosystems, and bolster a local workforce ready to safeguard natural resources, the county announced today. Lynda Hopkins, chair of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, emphasized the importance of resilience against climate change, stating, “This website gives people a direct pathway to the information, partnerships and resources they need to take action where it matters most.”
According to Kim Batchelder, vegetation management coordinator with Sonoma County Ag + Open Space, the website’s key feature is the Resource Hub, which aggregates data from various service providers, educators, and funding sources. By simply keying in relevant terms, users can swiftly access information concerning fuel treatment guidance, grant opportunities, community fire safety programs, and watershed restoration strategies…