The California Fire Safe Council made a short video with our Director, Tom Smisek.
About Us
Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons (FSCEOCC) is a long name but that is because it covers a lot of geography. From Route 241 South, East to Holy Jim Canyon, the FSCEOCC serves all residents, businesses and landowners. "Wildfires do not respect boundaries", stated Mary Schreiber, FSCEOCC President. In the rugged canyons and foothills of Orange County, there is an ever-present threat of fire.
During the Santiago Fire of 2007, the Fire Safe Council contributed an important role to the community. Perhaps because of this experience, the FSCEOCC is not only a recognized Firewise Community but is also one of the most active and progressive in the state. Progress and achievement are the goals of this dedicated group of volunteers who have devoted endless hours to plan and coordinate innovative programs and events to make the canyon communities more fire safe.
Originally formed in 2002 as the Inter-Canyon League Fire Safe Council, the Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons is proud to announce its independent 501(c)3 nonprofit status.
Due to efforts made in reducing the vulnerability of homes and landscapes to wildfire, the Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons has earned Firewise Communities/USA® recognition from the National Firewise Communities Program. The FSCEOCC is the first community in Orange County to be recognized as Firewise Communities/USA, joining over 700 communities nationwide that have been recognized since the program’s inception in 2002.
The Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons (FSCEOCC) is a recognized leader among its peers having worked side by side with the California FireSafe Council, Orange County Fire Authority, COAD-OC and other agencies.
Mission Statement
The Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons was formed "to provide education, exchange information and foster emergency preparedness, fire prevention and safety in and around the East Orange County foothill and canyon communities."
Your Fire Safe Council East Orange County Canyons is a recognized leader in providing fire prevention information and events to make our community more fire safe. We are also working with government agencies and community groups routinely and during a disaster. Here are some facts:
Area served – All East Orange County canyons and foothills from the 241 toll road to Holy Jim Canyon
Membership – NO DUES required. All area stakeholders, including residents, property owners, landlords, businesses and parks districts are automatically members. Directors from any of these groups may serve on the board.
Funding – FSCEOCC is a 501c3 non-profit and operates from donations, fundraisers and grants.
Affiliations – California Fire Safe Council, Orange County Fire Authority, Ready, Set, Go! Orange County Sheriff’s Department, American Red Cross, Collaborating Organizations Active in Disaster – Orange County (COAD-OC), Inter-Canyon League, SMRPD, Cal-Fire, California Emergency Management.
Activities and Events – Email community bulletins, Red Flag Alerts and Warnings. Distribution of fire prevention literature, Road Clearance program, Fire hazard reduction programs, Chipper (Brush clearance) Days, Canyon Clean-Up, Disaster Preparedness Day, Community events.
Disaster Response – We work with local, state and federal agencies and local groups in times of emergency.
Volunteers – Directors and active members are highly qualified and include retired and active firefighters, Canyon Emergency Preparedness Academy (CEPA) and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) trained individuals, and Trauma Intervention Program (TIP).
Get Involved
FSC Meetings are open to the public and are typically held at 7:00pm, the third Thursday of each month at:
EVEN Months
Silverado Fire Station 14
29402 Silverado Canyon Road
Silverado, CA
ODD Months
Modjeska Fire Station 16
Modjeska Canyon Road
Modjeska CA
Board of Directors
Corporate Tax Filings
Year 2021 Form 990
Quick Facts
Fire Safe Council Facts
Assisted with providing emergency aid relief to victims of the 2010 Winter Storm
Recipient of 2 American Red Cross Grants under the Inter-Canyon League FSC in 2010
Successful close out of the Dead & Dying Tree Removal Grant under the Inter-Canyon League FSC in 2010
Successful close out of the 2008 Canyon Perimeter Defense Grant under the Inter-Canyon League