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You CAN do something to protect your home.
90% of all home losses in wildfires are caused by embers, carried in the high winds of wildfire, that travel ahead of the main fire and ignite fuels on or near the home.
Wildfire-ready homeowners know: EMBERS ARE THE #1 THREAT TO HOMES
LEARN ABOUT THE VULNERABILITIES ON AND AROUND YOUR HOME
LEARN ABOUT THE VULNERABILITIES ON AND AROUND YOUR HOME
By applying the Home Ignition Zone (HIZ) framework and addressing threats in each zone—starting closest to your home—you can significantly reduce your property’s vulnerability to wildfire.
LEARN HOW TO "HARDEN" YOUR HOME
LEARN HOW TO "HARDEN" YOUR HOME
The links below include best practices for helping your home withstand a blaze.
CHOOSE LANDSCAPING THAT SUPPORTS SAFER SPACES
CHOOSE LANDSCAPING THAT SUPPORTS SAFER SPACES
Selecting fire-resilient plants and placing them thoughtfully around your home can help reduce the ignitability of your property.
MITIGATION METHODS THAT WORK
MITIGATION METHODS THAT WORK
Prune overhanging branches, at least 10' away from chimney.
Remove ladder fuels—shrubs, small trees, and lower limbs—to create vertical separation.
Mow grass to 4" or less within 30' of your home.
Do not store flammable materials under your deck or porch.
Store firewood at least 30' away, preferably uphill.
Remove flammable material from within
6" of siding.
HOMEOWNER RESOURCES
Wondering what you can do to better protect your home? Sign up for a free wildfire mitigation assessment from your local fire department to have a trained professional inspect your property and identify wildfire vulnerabilities.
Our Wildfire Mitigation Community Assistance Program helps property owners and community groups create safer, more wildfire-resilient homes and neighborhoods.
If you want to get more involved in wildfire mitigation efforts in your community, consider joining our Neighborhood Ambassador Program! You don't need to be an expert - you just need to be passionate!
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