Free Workshops To Help Monrovia Residents Reduce Wildfire Risk Start Saturday

MONROVIA, CA — The Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District and UC Master Gardeners are offering two free workshops starting Saturday to help residents prepare their landscapes for wildfire season and reduce fire risks around their homes, the City of Monrovia said.

The first workshop will be held in person from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, on the first floor of the Upper Water office. A virtual session is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, the city announced on Friday.

Both sessions will cover practical steps residents can take to make their landscapes more fire-resistant and protect their homes.

In-person attendees who live within the water district's service area also can receive a free Water Smart Home Kit and other water conservation resources.

Registration is available at upperwater.org.