Why Defensible Space?
Wind-borne embers can blow more than a mile away from a wildfire and are a leading cause of home ignitions during these events. Embers can ignite dead vegetation next to your house or on your house, causing significant damage. Flames or radiant heat from your home can then ignite neighboring houses, making a community approach critical to reducing risks. Learn more about how you can reduce risks by creating/maintaining defensible space.

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