Wildfires can impact our communities, homes, and natural resources. Being prepared and taking proactive steps to manage your property can help reduce wildfire risks.

Columbia SWCD has gathered the following resources to help Columbia County residents learn more about wildfire preparedness, protecting their properties, and managing landscapes with wildfire in mind.

Wildfire Safety & Emergency Information

Columbia County Emergency Management: Wildfire Information

Find local wildfire updates, evacuation information, emergency alerts, air quality resources, and other important safety information for Columbia County residents.

Protecting Your Home & Property

Firewise USA® Program

The National Fire Protection Association's Firewise USA program provides tools and guidance to help homeowners and neighborhoods work together to reduce wildfire risks.

OSU Extension: Wildfire Readiness

Explore educational resources from Oregon State University Extension Service about preparing your home, property, household, and community for wildfire.

OSU Extension: Wildfire Fuels Maintenance in Northwest Oregon

Learn practical strategies for managing vegetation, reducing wildfire fuels, and maintaining defensible space on forested properties in northwest Oregon.

Fire-Resistant Landscaping & Natural Resources

OSU Extension: Fire-Resistant Plants for Home Landscapes

Discover how thoughtful plant selection, proper spacing, and landscape maintenance can help reduce wildfire risks while maintaining an attractive landscape.

Reducing wildfire risks doesn't always mean removing all vegetation. Thoughtful land management can help protect homes while supporting healthy soils, water quality, and wildlife habitat.

Stay Informed

For current wildfire conditions, emergency alerts, and evacuation information, please refer to Columbia County Emergency Management and your local emergency response agencies.

Columbia SWCD provides these links as educational resources. For emergencies, call 911.