Recognized Firewise Communities

Firewise Communities are recognized for their proactive approach to wildfire preparedness, ensuring that residents, local agencies, and stakeholders collaborate to reduce wildfire risks. Below is a comprehensive list of Firewise Communities in the Inland Empire, including those currently in process of achieving recognition.

• Angelus Oaks
  A pioneer in wildfire preparedness, Angelus Oaks fosters collaboration among residents to create defensible spaces and enhance evacuation planning.

• Canyon Hills Neighborhood Association
  This community in Riverside County emphasizes education and fire-resistant landscaping to protect its homes.

• Carbon Canyon
  This Firewise community engages residents in fire mitigation strategies and community education to reduce risks in the wildland-urban interface.

• Dogwood Blue Jay Canyon Association
  Situated in the mountain region, this association prioritizes defensible space and emergency preparedness for its residents.

• Eagle Glen
  This community in Corona focuses on fire-resistant building practices and vegetation management to enhance wildfire safety.

• Four Seasons @ Hemet
  An active retirement community committed to creating defensible spaces and promoting fire safety awareness.

• Friends of Live Oak Canyon
  Located in Yucaipa, this group collaborates with local agencies to implement fire risk reduction strategies.

• Glen Oak Hills
  This community in Temecula incorporates fire-resistant landscaping and homeowner education to maintain its Firewise status.

• Luring Pines
  A small but proactive community that works closely with local fire agencies to prepare for wildfire threats.

• Santa Rosa Plateau
  Situated near Murrieta, this community focuses on preserving its natural beauty while mitigating wildfire risks through collective action.

• Smiley Park Country Club
  Nestled in the San Bernardino Mountains, Smiley Park emphasizes defensible space and resident engagement in wildfire safety practices.

• Spring Knolls HOA
  This homeowners association in Murrieta Valley prioritizes fire-resistant landscaping and community-wide safety drills.

• Strawberry Flat POA
  This private association in the mountain region is dedicated to creating defensible spaces and enhancing fire safety awareness.

• Wildwood Watchers
  Based in Yucaipa, Wildwood Watchers has a three-year plan to improve wildfire resilience through education, defensible space, and community collaboration.

• Upper ROWCO
  Located in the Running Springs area, this community focuses on fuel reduction projects and homeowner education to maintain its Firewise status.

Firewise Communities in Process

Several communities in the Inland Empire are actively working toward Firewise USA recognition, demonstrating their commitment to wildfire preparedness:

• Arrowbear Lake

• Big Bear/Sugarloaf

• Devore

• Forest Falls

• Green Valley Lake (GVL)

• Lytle Creek

• Pioneertown

• Snowcreek

• Upper Little Bear

• Wylerhorn

These communities are engaging in risk assessments, creating action plans, and collaborating with local fire departments and stakeholders to meet Firewise USA® criteria.