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Firescape: Landscaping to reduce fire hazard
| Author: |
Baptiste, Linda |
| Date: |
1992 |
| Periodical: |
East Bay Municipal Utility District, Administration Department |
| Abstract: |
Homeowners and landscape professionals can minimize the fire hazard by using the suggestions in the following pages. Key points to remember for fire safety are: • Minimize or eliminate highly flammable plants • Reduce chances for a "fire ladder" • Create a fuel break around your home • Space and prune trees • Use non-flammable construction materials where possible • Remove flammable debris • Consider topography and weather. |
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