FireCAP, Inc.

Thank you for reviewing Bastrop County's draft Wildfire Protection Plan. Comments, suggestions and questions should be forwarded to Michal Hubbard, or call 512-517-1416.

Our Mission

Through education, preparation, advocacy, and networking with citizen groups and emergency services organizations, FireCAP, Inc. seeks to reduce wildfire risks in the Urban/Wildland interface of Texas.

Our Vision

FireCAP, Inc. is a citizens' organization with statewide impact on reducing wildfire hazards in the Urban/Wildland interface.

FireCAP, Inc.

If you live in Central Texas, you know that the record rainfall of last spring and summer provided a beautiful display of wildflowers and greenery for our enjoyment.

In the winter of 2007-2008, however, that greenery has become fuel for potential wildfires in the urban-wildland interface (UWI). The weather folks are also projecting a warmer and drier spring this year. These circumstances indicate that UWI residents could be facing a very active fire season over the next several months.

Help do your part to protect your home and property by:
1. Clean up brush and debris around your house.
2. Remove dead leaves, twigs, etc. from your roof.
3. Never burn trash or debris without an adequate water supply and constant surveillance until the fire is completely out.

To schedule a free wildfire preparedness assessment by a FireCAP
expert, call 512-321-2471.

Check the following links for more help:
a. Texas Forest Service
b. FireWise
c. Red Cross
d. FEMA
e. Texas Department of Public Safety