The burn ban has officially been lifted in Nevada County — but before you spark that pile, make sure you know the regulations.

Learn how to get your burn permit below and remember to: Stay safe, stay smart, and burn responsibly.

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Wildfire season may feel endless, but Nevada County isn’t sitting still.
From shaded fuel breaks to smarter evacuation routes, here’s how our community is stepping up—and what YOU can do to stay ready.

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Nevada County’s wildfire season came early, and the Richards Fire is our not‑so‑gentle reminder that fire danger is no joke.

From cheatgrass to dry lightning, it’s a perfect storm. Stay alert, clear your defensible space, and yes—consider hiring those adorable brush‑clearing goats.

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It’s not if wildfire season hits Nevada County—it’s when. But don’t panic—prepare.

From grants for fuel breaks to AI-powered evacuation drills (yep, we fancy now), our county is stepping up in a big way. And you can too—with a rake, a plan, and maybe a neighbor who owns way too many bungee cords.

Click below to learn more on how Nevada County’s getting fire-ready—and how you can protect your home, your family, and your sanity.

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Wildfire season waits for no one, but Nevada County is ready.
The 2025 Community Wildfire Protection Plan is here—and it’s more than talk. From AI-powered evacuation strategies to community-driven priorities, Nevada County is stepping up.
Read more on the blog & be part of the preparedness movement. Plus download a FREE Go-Bag Checklist so you can be ready when wildfires happen.
#WildfireReady #DefensibleSpace #CommunityFirst #ReadyNevadaCounty #gobagchecklist…

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CALFIRE: Research suggests that creating a noncombustible buffer of five feet around your home can significantly improve the likelihood that it survives a wildfire. Creating a combustible-free Zone 0 that extends a minimum of five feet from each structure or, if applicable, an attached deck reduces the chance of wind-blown embers or radiant heat spreading the fire to your home. Remove bark and replace wood fencing and other potential fuel for sparks with noncombustible alternatives.

Learn more about creating defensible space and preparing for wildfire at: http://ReadyforWildfire.org

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Tip: Future Fork Mini

We have a number of large Douglas Fir trees growing on the windward side of the house. Some of the cones they drop are picked up by the mower but many are not. Lately I have been thinking about the fuel load those cones represent if a fire comes through. Those cones sure burn good when they are dry.

So bit by bit I have been scooping those cones up and dumping them along a wet swale in the pasture. The pic shows the scooper I use which is so lightweight I can 1-hand it. This also works great for picking up fir branches without bending over which is something my back appreciates.
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