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New Zone 0 Regulations

Assembly Bill 3074 requires the California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection to develop rules on what homeowners in high wildfire risk areas can keep in a 5-foot zone—also called “zone zero” adjacent to their homes.  Research and post-fire analyses found that the vast majority of homes burn during wildfires due to accumulation of embers, which winds often carry far ahead of the flames.  Embers are often the source of ignition for combustible material within 5 feet of the structure.

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Plant Spacing for a Fire Smart Yard

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Heading into Fall  November is the time to turn off irrigation systems for the winter rainy season and reflect on the past growing season. Consider whether your plants received proper…
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Marin County Updates Wildfire Plan to Protect People, Nature, and Recreation

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Marin’s open spaces, forests, and watersheds define the character of the county, from the trails we hike to the water we drink. While these beautiful landscapes are important environmental resources,…
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Insurance Mistakes Marin Homeowners Can’t Afford to Make

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Insurance and Wildfire Wildfire preparedness isn’t just about home hardening, defensible space, and evacuation planning. Your insurance coverage plays a major role in how successfully you can recover. Unfortunately, many…
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Updates on Community Wildfire Protection Plan

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Marin County Updates Wildfire Plan to Protect People, Nature, and Recreation

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Marin’s open spaces, forests, and watersheds define the character of the county, from the trails we hike to the water we drink. While these beautiful landscapes are important environmental resources,…
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Are Marin’s Roads Ready for Wildfire Evacuations?

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Are Marin’s Roads Ready for Wildfire Evacuations? When wildfire strikes, the most important thing is keeping people safe. This means leaving quickly and safely by car, which provides protection against…

Understanding Fire Weather

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Understanding Fire Weather Improves Community Wildfire Protection Planning   On a hot, dry afternoon in Marin, the difference between a small fire in the hills and a neighborhood-wide disaster often…

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