Marin has a landscape with fuel load that is too heavy for some types of prescribed burns. Marin County Fire Department is using fire when it can be done safely to help manage the fuel load and protect communities. 

Hedge trimmers compromise the structural integrity of a shrub by splitting the branches, cutting leaves in half, and creating jagged edges. It may look green and beautifully manicured on the outside, but pull back the branches and you will probably find a nest of dead twigs and dried out leaves. This dead, twiggy interior of the plant creates a nest where embers can land and ignite during a wildfire.

Shaded Fuel Breaks are helping Marin be more wildfire resilient. We have pulled the key take aways from the white paper that will be published by Marin Wildfire to help you understand this strategy. 

Marin has a long history of wildfire that has played an important role in shaping the landscape. The response to wildfire’s has changed over the years in the face of climate change and new wildfire science. 

This article from KQED gives you the background and context you need to understand the current state of home insurance. The insurance market is in trouble, but there are changes coming that could be a compromise for both consumers and insurers. 

There are many myths surrounding the dangers of eucalyptus so let us break it down for you so you can know the facts. Find out if eucalyptus are wildfire’s friend or foe. 

During a wildfire, embers can blow into wide openings in vents and ignite your home. This is why fire resistant vents are recommended. Learn how to make wildfire home improvements that could save your home from wildfire.

The first five feet next to your home is crucial for wildfire safety. There are low-cost ways to reduce your fire risk. There are many ways to make your home more resilient to wildfire. However, we often hear from residents that they are concerned about the cost of making these changes. We are here to assure you that there are ways to make these improvements even on a budget!