Protecting Source Water Series NEW

Session 1 – Planning for Wildfire:  Identify tools available for planning and wildfire preparedness. Identify risk assessment tools and other resources available to help utilities to be active participants in wildfire preparedness documents.  Includes presentation on EPA’s Wild Fire Incident Action Checklist.

Session 2 – Forest Land Management:  Presentations from USFS and Washington DNR professionals on forest resilience planning and management, fire management and post fire response activities. Presenters will share opportunities for utility engagement during the planning process.

Session 3 – During and After the Fire:  Utility perspective, lessons learned and how to prepare for wildfire within a forested watershed. Learn about local initiatives, partnership and possible funding opportunities.

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