Livermore Fire Protection District (LFPD) is teaming up with The Ember Alliance (TEA) to create the fire district’s first Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). CWPPs help communities assess local hazards, identify strategic investments to reduce wildfire risk, and promote preparedness at both the individual and community levels. The planning process also supports LFPD’s fire operations during wildfire events and helps residents prioritize mitigation actions. In addition, many grant programs require an approved CWPP, making the plan an essential tool for securing funding for fuel reduction and other projects.

The 2026 CWPP for LFPD is the first district-wide plan in Livermore. It addresses a changing landscape by considering wildfire risk, home construction, and other community characteristics. The plan includes a wildfire risk analysis, prioritization of mitigation activities, and recommendations for implementation.

This document will serve as a resource for LFPD, land managers, homeowner and road associations, community groups, and residents to prioritize projects that make the district safer and more resilient to wildfire. The objectives of the CWPP are to:

• Produce a living, actionable plan informed by analysis and community values across the district.
• Provide recommendations for individuals, communities, and agencies to reduce fire hazards, harden homes, and improve evacuation safety.
• Set the stage for planning and implementation by LFPD, agency partners, community associations, and residents.
• Outline clear, strategic, and prioritized projects for all levels of implementation.
• Share information on wildfire history, risks, available services, and programs, along with actions that can reduce wildfire impacts.
• Engage community members throughout the process to ensure local needs and concerns are addressed.

Wildfire behavior is shaped by the interactions of fuels, weather, and topography. While wildfires are complex, much of their behavior can be predicted through established scientific research and fire behavior modeling. The CWPP draws on this science and modeling to guide recommendations.

Planning for the CWPP began in July 2025 and will continue through publication in August 2026. Community participation is vital to this process—we encourage residents to get involved and provide input through community meetings or by reaching out directly to the project manager, Cary Gooding, at cary.gooding@emberalliance.org