May 19, 2025 – Defensible space has been scientifically proven to have a significant impact when it comes to helping your home survive a wildfire.

Homeowners from across the state are sharing exactly what they did to make their properties safer—from clearing the first five feet around their homes—Zone 0—to moving firewood and plants, to removing dry vegetation. These testimonies are proof that wildfire preparedness isn’t complicated; it just takes commitment.

If they can take action, so can you! Be the change your neighborhood needs to stay safer tomorrow. Find easy-to-follow checklists, defensible space guidelines, and more at: WildfirePreparednessWeek.

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Source: CAL FIRE