On February 3, the City of Fillmore Fire Department launched it’s annual Weed Abatement Program in their efforts to reduce wildfire risk and protect the community. Above is a Fillmore firefighter surveying the fields from a previous weed abatement event. Photo courtesy Fillmore Fire Chief Keith Gurrola.

February 3, 2026, Fillmore, CA — The City of Fillmore Fire Department has launched its annual Weed Abatement Program as part of ongoing efforts to reduce wildfire risk and protect the community. Due to changing weather patterns and increased fire danger throughout the year, weed abatement enforcement now occurs year-round rather than during a single fire season.
The program includes property inspections, mailed notices, and follow-up contacts for properties that do not meet compliance standards. Property owners are responsible for clearing dry weeds and hazardous vegetation from their properties to help prevent fire hazards and maintain community safety.
Properties that were missed during initial inspections or experience regrowth later in the year may be re-inspected to ensure continued compliance. These efforts support the City’s goal of minimizing fire risk and promoting a safer environment for residents and businesses.
To learn more and view the full schedule, please visit the City’s dedicated Weed Abatement page: https://www.fillmoreca.gov/1353/Upcoming-2026-Weed-Abatement-Calendar.
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Contact:
Name: Erika Herrera-Terriquez Title: City Manager
Phone: 805-946-1712
Email: eherrera@fillmoreca.gov
Name: Angel Garcia
Title Senior Management Analyst Phone: 805-946-1827
Email: agarcia@fillmoreca.gov