Post-Fire Resources

Redwood stand after 2020 Meyers Fire

Below we have compiled some resources we think might be helpful for landowners, managers, and stewards who are looking to manage forestlands after wildfire.

We recognize this can be a daunting process and express our sympathy to those who have been impacted by fire and hope you find these resources valuable. If you have questions that these resources do not answer, please feel free to reach out.

Contact: Michael Jones, mjones@ucanr.edu, (707) 463-4495

University of California - Research and Outreach

Recovering from Wildfire: A Guide for California's Forest Landowners

This publication discusses issues that forest landowners should consider following a wildfire in their forest, including how to assess fire impacts, protect valuable property from damage due to erosion, where to go for help and financial assistance, how to salvage dead trees or replant on your land, and how to claim a casualty loss on your taz return.

Fire in California

A resources for all things about fire, including information on Wildfire Recovery

Forest Research and Outreach

Resources for all thins about forestry, including information on Wildfire

Forest Stewardship Series (parts 1-24)

Part 15: Wildfire and Fuels Management

Forest Stewardship Series - Climate Change (part 25)

Burned Oaks: Which Ones Will Survive?

This publication provides information on how to assess burn damage to oak trees and provides guideline for determining whether trees should be cut down or saved.

UC Oaks

Resource for all things oaks, including information on Oak Woodlands and Fire