May 1, 2016 - Each year California highlights the importance of wildfire prevention and preparedness by declaring the first full week of May as “Wildfire Awareness Week”.
![calfire 2016 waw1](/sierrasuntimes/images/2016/may/calfire-2016-waw1.jpg)
Despite getting some much-needed rain this winter, we’re not out of the woods yet when it comes to the drought. Because droughts increase the risk of wildfires, being prepared is as important as ever.
Click here for more information on ready for wildfire.
![calfire 2016 wildfire awareness week flyer](/sierrasuntimes/images/2016/may/calfire-2016-wildfire-awareness-week-flyer.jpg)
Source: CAL FIRE