Battalion Chief Peter Avansino (Mt. Konocti Battalion, Cal Fire Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit) addresses attendees at the 2025 Lake Operational Area Seasonal Coordination Briefing on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in Kelseyville, California. Photo courtesy of the Lake County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services.

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — On Thursday, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services, or OES, convened a seasonal coordination briefing to strengthen interagency readiness for the 2025 fire season.

The session brought together 54 representatives from federal, state, county, city, tribal and non-governmental organizations.

Presentations highlighted operational readiness, current seasonal conditions, and preparedness actions already in place to support a coordinated response.

Speakers included representatives from the National Weather Service, Pacific Gas and Electric, Cal Fire, local fire agencies, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and OES, Cal OES Tribal Liaison and Cal OES Senior Emergency Services Coordinator.

Updates were also provided by County Departments in attendance, California State Parks and the U.S. Forest Service.

With peak fire season approaching, agencies reinforced their shared commitment to staying aligned, responsive, and proactive in the face of seasonal risks.

Efforts to reduce hazards and streamline response operations are well underway across all participating organizations.

As response partners do their part, residents are encouraged to do theirs by taking simple steps now to protect their homes and families.

For local resources and preparedness tips, visit https://Ready.LakeCountyCA.gov.