The wet winter could mean a greater risk for wildfires in California this year.
Cal Fire is urging Californians to prepare for wildfires as the agency pushed its messaging during “Wildfire Preparedness Week.”
“Californian’s need to accept fire as part of our natural landscape, understand the fire risk, and take action before a wildfire starts,” the agency said.
In a news release, the agency said residents should use fire-safe construction materials, look for points of entry where embers could enter their homes and create defensible space by clearing at least 100-feet of vegetation around their homes.
firefighters have been preparing non-stop for the inevitable fires that will happen this year. However, preparation involves all levels of the community, from first responders to the general public,” said Chief Thom Porter, Cal Fire Director.
The agency recently identified 35 priority fuel reduction projects that cover 90,000 acres. When complete, the agency says the efforts will protect more than 200 of California’s most vulnerable communities.
Wildfire Preparedness Week lasts from May 5th through May 11th. READ HOW TO BE PREPARED.
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