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Northeast Dukes County, Massachusetts

Martha's Vineyard Wildfire Protection Plan

SWCA developed a CWPP to evaluate wildfire risk and hazard potential across the eight municipalities of Dukes County, Massachusetts.

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2021

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Martha's Vineyard Commission

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SWCA developed a CWPP to evaluate wildfire risk and hazard potential across the eight municipalities of Dukes County, Massachusetts. SWCA worked in close cooperation with stakeholders such as the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, local land trusts, fire chiefs, and the Martha’s Vineyard Commission to develop a comprehensive assessment of risk, identify potential improvement projects, and provide guidance to the fire departments of Dukes County to increase wildfire response and preparedness. This project was conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic. As in-person meetings were not allowed during the majority of the CWPP process, SWCA developed innovative solutions for Core Team meetings, public engagement, and stakeholder communication.

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Duke County Community Wildfire Protection Plan

This Dukes County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (DCCWPP) addresses hazards and risks of wildland fire throughout Dukes County (hereafter referred to as the County) and makes recommendations for fuel reduction projects, public outreach and education, structural ignitability reduction, and fire response capabilities.

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