Folsom city leaders remind public about fire safety measures

Folsom city officials are reminding the public that fire safety is a shared responsibility. As temperatures heat up in the region, dry vegetation can quickly become a fire hazard, making proper weed abatement essential for protecting homes and neighborhoods. According to Folsom city officials, private property owners are required to follow weed abatement practices to maintain community safety. These practices involve removing flammable vegetation and establishing defensible spaces around properties to prevent fire spread, with all abatements to be completed by June 1 annually. The Folsom Fire Department will carry out inspections on vacant lots and Folsom Code Enforcement will do so on residential properties to ensure compliance and enhance safety against wildfires. City officials say if you notice an area in need of weed abatement, first check the abatement schedules on the City of Folsom website. Weed abatement requirements for Folsom property owners are listed online. After June 1, to report a weed abatement issue on vacant private property, email Deputy Fire Marshal Michelle Toledo at mltoledo@folsom.ca.us.