Protect What You Love: Bouldin Creek Takes the First Step Toward Becoming Firewise

On April 16th, more than 40 Bouldin Creek neighbors joined the Austin Fire Department’s Wildfire Division for a powerful and eye-opening Firewise meeting. With our neighborhood surrounded by four parks and increasing fire risks across Central Texas, this conversation couldn’t have come at a better time.

The message was clear: wildfires are no longer just a rural issue—they are a real threat to urban neighborhoods like ours. The good news? There are simple, actionable steps we can all take to reduce our risk. But we must act—now.

Here’s how to get started today:

• Visit wildfirecoalition.org/home.html

• Download the Ready, Set, Go! Action Guide

• Schedule a free Wildfire Risk Assessment with the Austin Fire Department

• Rally your neighbors and book a group visit—it’s more efficient and strengthens community preparedness

Appointments are currently booking about four weeks out, so don’t wait. This is a free, expert service that could protect your home, your pets, and your future.

Let’s get this ball rolling, Bouldin. The time to prepare is before a fire ever starts.

Our neighborhood is alive with energy—new families, playful dogs, curious visitors, majestic peacocks, and even the occasional horse. The Splash Pad at Ricky Guerrero Park is officially open, and the children’s laughter says it all—summer is here!