First wildfire protection plan in Thurston County coming in 2025
Excerpt from The JOLT News:
Driven by rising wildfire concerns, Thurston County is launching its first-ever protection plan under the leadership of Thurston Conservation District (TCD).
The Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) is slated for completion this year. It will establish a coordinated strategy to reduce wildfire risks across South Thurston County, with potential expansion northward.
The TCD is expected to work with state, federal and local partners to develop the plan, described as a “collaborative process” to reshape how the region anticipates, mitigates and responds to wildfires over the next decade.
What the CWPP addresses
The CWPP will serve as a blueprint for wildfire resilience and interagency collaboration to pinpoint fire risks and execute mitigation strategies.
The plan will zero in on high-risk zones, including telecommunications towers, schools, neighborhoods with fragile evacuation routes, and other vulnerable infrastructure.
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Public engagement
As stated by the TCD, community participation is central to the CWPP’s development. Multiple opportunities are available for residents to weigh in on fire preparedness strategies and voice local concerns.
An upcoming community engagement meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, March 5, at Littlerock Fire Station, 10828 Littlerock Road SW in Olympia.
The session is open to the public and will feature discussions on wildfire defense strategies, family-friendly activities and refreshments.
Further opportunities for stakeholder involvement are scheduled throughout 2025:
- Tuesday, March 25 – Stakeholder Meeting #3
- April – Stakeholder Meeting #4
- May/June 2025 – Community Engagement Meeting
Residents are encouraged to RSVP for the March 5 session by emailing Jae Townsend at jtownsend@thurstoncd.com.
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