Inaugural San Rafael Festival Aims To Promote Fire Safety

MARIN COUNTY, CA — Marin later this month will inaugurate a new event that aims to promote fire safety.

“Ember Stomp” will feature music, food trucks and family activities, but the event isn’t all fun and games.

Marin’s first-ever wildfire prevention festival aims to entertain as it educates visitors at the May 28 event, scheduled to be held at Marin Center’s Fairgrounds Island in San Rafael from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The event is described by festival organizers as a “celebration of Marin County’s groundbreaking community effort to reduce the risk of a catastrophic wildfire.”

“The festival will be an immersive experience, featuring live music, hands-on activities, awards and entertainment, and lots of great food, inviting all Marin residents to explore ways to keep fire safe,” festival organizers said.

The festival will feature “Demo House” and Demo Garden,” areas that will showcase home hardening features and materials and educate the public about the principles and elements of a fire-smart landscape.

The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) and other fire agencies along with fire preparedness and prevention organizations will share an area to answer questions.

The event is presented by Fire Safe Marin, a nonprofit that promotes fire safety.

Admission to this event is free.

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