Options Database

Option	Focus of Action
Build public understanding of climate change and its implications to the local community	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Communicate hazard and risk information to residents	Communications, Public Education & Outreach
Conduct outreach on safe storage of fuels and hazardous materials	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Conduct preparedness outreach to vulnerable populations	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate citizens and forest visitors on climate-adapted forest management	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate the public on climate risks to ecosystems and biodiversity	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate the public on climate-related health risks and protective actions	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate the public on vegetation and fuel management around properties.	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate the public on watershed stewardship and water quality protection	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Educate water users on water conservation and drought preparedness	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Involve residents and stakeholders in adaptation planning processes	Community Engagement, Public Education & Outreach
Maintain cross-sector climate resilience partnerships with agencies and institutions	Partnerships, Education, Funding & Finance, Public Education & Outreach
Participate in and expand Firewise community programs	Community Engagement, Public Education & Outreach
Promote household emergency and evacuation preparedness	Education, Public Education & Outreach
Promote safe indoor air quality measures in buildings	Public Health, Education, Capacity Building, Public Education & Outreach

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