High Fire Hazard Zones in Belmont Seeing Reduction

High fire hazard zones in Belmont seeing reduction

Despite a decrease in high fire hazard zones, Belmont is still implementing strong building codes and other mandates to address wildfire risk and ensure safety.

Smoldering fear ignites with Clayton’s high fire danger

A sea of red signals danger in Clayton, where new state fire hazard maps place most of the city—including Dana Hills, Oakhurst and Regency neighborhoods—into the “Very High” Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Developed by CAL FIRE, these zones consider vegetation, wind, topography and fire history. Residents now face growing fears of wildfire devastation and rising insurance costs, as dry brush and defensible space become urgent concerns in the shadow o…