Community Wildfire Preparedness in Yamhill County

Concerned about wildfire in Yamhill County? Meet the experts! Ask your questions.

This is a recorded webinar for Yamhill County residents with fire responders, natural resource partners, and Firewise Community leaders who talked about planning for and responding to wildfires in Yamhill County.

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