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Firewise Communities Guide to Landscape Construction (NFPA)

The primary goal for Firewise landscaping is fuel reduction — limiting the level of flammable vegetation and materials surrounding the home and increasing the moisture content of remaining vegetation. This includes the entire ‘home ignition zone’ which extends up to 200 feet in high hazard areas.

  • Topics:
    • Wildland
  • Resource Type:
    • Guide/ toolkit/ template
  • Organizational Author:
    • External

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