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To support this decentralized approach, educational programs are emerging to teach landowners how to maintain and manage their properties for fire safety. The University of California (UC) system now offers courses on land maintenance and prescribed burning—a crucial step in cultivating a culture of proactive fire management.
Since fire safety is a habit, not a one-time effort, ongoing education ensures that homeowners and landowners remain vigilant and prepared. As of now, nearly 200 Firewise communities are registered in California, with over 1,500 across the United States, demonstrating the growing recognition of community-led fire resilience.