The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District has been designated as a 2024 Fire Risk Reduction Community or (FRRC).
That means the District is given priority for Cal Fire’s Wildfire Prevention Grants, which are awarded on the overall benefit to reducing wildfire threats to people, structures and communities.
According to the press release, the county says that the designation as an FRRC may have a positive impact on San Bernardino County residents who are having trouble getting homeowner’s insurance – especially in the mountain communities. In 2022, the California Department of Insurance issued regulations that require insurance companies to factor in the FRRC designation when offering insurance rates.
To get the FRRC designation, the district had to meet rigorous criteria set by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection, demonstrating a commitment to advanced fire prevention and planning.
For more information on the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District and its designation as a 2024 Fire Risk Reduction Community you can visit sbcfire.org.
