Defensible Space

Defensible space is the area around a home where vegetation and other flammable materials are managed to reduce the risk of wildfire ignition and spread. It acts as a buffer zone, helping to protect structures from flames, embers, and radiant heat. Creating defensible space involves clearing flammable materials, maintaining appropriate spacing between vegetation, and using fire-resistant landscaping techniques.

Why Remove Slash

Slash is debris, from nature, such as tree limbs, pruning's and pine needles. If not removed, slash can add to potential fire hazards on your property. The importance of mitigating and preparing your property for wildfire cannot be overstated. Removing slash and creating a defensible space around your home, is the first line of defense against wildfires. You can create zones around your home, removing any fire fuels, such as tree debris. Having a properly mitigated property doesn't mean that wildfire will pass you by, but it gives the fire department a better opportunity to save your home when it does come.