Board of Forestry Releases 2026 Fire Risk Reduction List, Showing More Communities Stepping Up to Prevent Wildfire

July 6, 2026 – The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection announced the adoption and release of the 2026 Fire Risk Reduction Community List (FRRCL), recognizing 118 local agencies and one Tribal Nation that have demonstrated leadership in wildfire planning and community risk reduction. Collectively, the communities recognized on the 2026 list represent millions of Californians living in some of the state’s most fire-prone landscapes. Established by Public Resources Code section 4290.1, the Fire Risk Reduction Community List identifies local governments and special districts located within State Responsibility Areas (SRA) and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ) that meet California’s best practices for local fire planning. The 2026 list includes 42 cities, 12 counties, 64 special districts, and one Tribal Nation. The program continues to grow significantly, increasing from 32 participating agencies in 2022 and 50 agencies in 2024, to 119 recognized entities now in 2026.