Protecting Your Business During Bay Area Wildfire Season

Is Your Business Ready for Wildfire Season in the Bay Area?

Each summer, wildfire season brings more than just smoke and flames to California — it brings uncertainty for businesses across the Bay Area. Whether you’re in Fremont, San Jose, Oakland, or Richmond, wildfire-related disruptions can hit without warning. Even if you’re outside high-risk zones, smoke, air quality alerts, road closures, and power shut-offs can grind operations to a halt.

Let’s break down what business owners can do to stay ahead — and how Private Security Plus can help.

Why Businesses Are at Risk — Even Miles from a Fire

• • 🔥 Dry brush and landscaping near commercial buildings can ignite fast

  • 🌫️ Air quality warnings force staff to stay home or close early

  • ⚡ Rolling blackouts from PG&E during red flag warnings can shut down operations

  • 🚧 Evacuated areas are more vulnerable to theft, trespassing, or vandalism

  • 🚒 Fire response times may be delayed in areas already under strain

  According to CAL FIRE, over 300 wildfires ignited in Northern California in just the first two weeks of July 2025 — several near Livermore, Santa Clara, and the East Bay Hills.

What You Can Do (with or without us):

• Being prepared doesn’t require a contract. Every business owner can take these steps now:

  • Cut back dry vegetation or flammable brush around your building

  • Test fire alarms, extinguishers, and exit lights

  • Create a clear emergency communication plan for your staff

  • Secure outdoor equipment and valuables after hours

  • Review your insurance coverage — does it include fire or smoke damage?

How Private Security Plus Supports Local Businesses

We’ve helped Bay Area businesses protect their sites before, during, and after wildfire threats. Our services are fast, local, and flexible — whether you need coverage for a day, a week, or the whole season.

Our wildfire season services include:

• 🔒 Trained Fire Watch Guards to monitor hot spots and act fast

• 🎥 Mobile Camera Towers to keep eyes on large or remote properties

• 🚓 Overnight Patrols for evacuated or high-risk areas

• 👮 Temporary Guard Stations for staff or customer safety

• 📍 Coordination with local police if needed

Last July, a commercial client in the East Bay was forced to evacuate due to nearby fire activity. They contacted us in the afternoon — and by 6 PM, we had guards and a tower deployed on-site. Thanks to early action, their property stayed safe from both fire risk and opportunistic crime.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need fire watch if I’m not in a fire zone?
Yes — especially if you’re in an area with no active sprinkler system, or you’re under construction. In many cases, fire watch is a code requirement.

Can security guards put out fires?
No. But they are trained to identify risks early, alert emergency services, and evacuate people quickly and safely.

Don’t Wait for the Next Red Flag Warning

We know Bay Area summers are unpredictable. The time to prepare is before the smoke shows up.

Let’s talk about a fire safety plan that protects your people, property, and peace of mind.

📧 jose@privatesecurityplus.com
📞 (510) 747-9996
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