Adopting the new Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) Maps

On Tuesday Apr-29-2025, the WFPD Board is adopting the FHSZ maps for our Local Responsibility Area (LRA) in the form of Ordinance No. 25-01 Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Prior to adoption, on Saturday Apr-26-2025 from 10:00-12:00, Assemblymember Diane Papan of our neighboring District 21 is holding a public forum in San Bruno to educate the public. For more information, go to WFPD’s FHSZ webpage, but also consider subscribing to WFPD’s e-notifications.

Concurrently on Saturday Apr-26-2025 from 10:00-1:00, the SMC Dept of Emergency Management (DEM) is holding its first ever ‘Be Wildfire Safe & Ready’ event at the SMC Event Center. You can learn about the FHSZ maps there and educate yourself on actions to reduce your risk of wildfire. “Don’t be Scared, Be Prepared!”

Please subscribe to Portola Valley Town eNotices from the Wildfire Preparedness Committee!

PV homeowners are encouraged to participate in the WPC’s on-going 5-minute insurance tracking project. Go here to report on your home insurance availability and affordability.

San Mateo County Alert System SMC Alert is our primary emergency notification system. Encourage all adult members (18 and older) of your family to subscribe.

All the Wildfire Preparedness tips are on the committee’s page. To rate this tip or submit questions or concerns, please fill out this Google Form.