Is Your Home Hardened to Survive a Wildfire?
Fundamental Information The term “fire hardened” means your home is prepared for wildfire and an ember storm. It does not mean fireproof. Home hardening addresses the most vulnerable components of…
Home Hardening
Why do some homes survive in a wildfire and others don’t? Fire hardened homes may be one reason. According to the California Fire Safe Council, “Fire hardened means your home…
Defensible Space: Are You Ready?
Lovely spring weather is here, making it the perfect time to start or finish defensible space preparations. Defensible space is the area between your home and on oncoming wildfire where…
Beware of Embers
Embers, coming in contact with flammable material, are a major reason why homes are destroyed during wildfires. Embers, also known as firebrands, are airborne pieces of wood and/or vegetation that…
