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CCST Expert Briefing (April 4, 2019)

April 1, 2019:
CCST Expert Briefing showcasing the perspectives from some of CCST’s partners on “Environmental Impacts of Wildfire in California.” Panelists will discuss the effects of wildfires on air and water quality. Moderated by Susan Hubbard, CCST Council Member and Associate Laboratory Director at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Event will be on Thursday, April 4, 2019, 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Flyer and Agenda).

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The California Natural Resources Agency and Department of Conservation have announced the award of $20 million in block grants

March 30, 2019:
The California Natural Resources Agency and Department of Conservation have announced the award of $20 million in block grants for regional projects that improve forest health and increase fire resiliency. This Regional Forest and Fire Capacity Program helps communities prioritize, develop and implement projects that strengthen fire resiliency.

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Governor Gavin Newsom releases Community Wildfire Prevention & Mitigation Report

March 30, 2019:
Governor Gavin Newsom releases the Community Wildfire Prevention & Mitigation Report earlier this month by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), which identified 35 priority fuel-reduction projects that can be implemented immediately to help reduce the public safety risk for wildfire.

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Governor Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency throughout California

March 30, 2019:
Building on lessons learned from past catastrophic wildfires, Governor Gavin Newsom today proclaimed a state of emergency throughout California ahead of the coming fire season. The Governor is directing his administration to immediately expedite forest management projects that will protect 200 of California’s most wildfire-vulnerable communities.

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