Wildfires are unplanned fires that burn in natural areas like forests or grasslands. These dangerous fires spread quickly and can devastate not only wildlife and natural areas, but also communities. For information on how to prepare for a wildfire, visit the prepare page.
Alerts, Warnings, & Orders
As of 3 am on May 18, eight separate instances of fire have been identified.
Be Prepared
- Be prepared to leave if an evacuation order is issued for your area. Gather essential items now to be ready to go.
- If you feel unsafe, leave immediately. If you have time, please check your neighbors to be sure they have received this alert
- Monitor local media, social media and be sure you’re signed up for alerts. Call 9-1-1 only if you have a life-threatening emergency. Do not call 911 for information. For the latest information, follow the County of Sonoma on Facebook and Twitter or call 2-1-1.
