Wildfire Preparedness Starts at Home - The Science Behind Wildfire Resilient Homes & Communities
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Wildfire Preparedness Starts at Home - The Science Behind Wildfire Resilient Homes & Communities
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Featuring Frank Bigelow, CAL FIRE Deputy Director of Community Wildfire Preparedness and Mitigation and Steve Hawks, Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety Senior Director for Wildfire.
California’s peak wildfire season is approaching, and preparation starts at home. In this episode of Inside the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Deputy Director Frank Bigelow joins Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety Senior Director for Wildfire Steve Hawks for a grounded, practical conversation on what every Californian can do today to reduce wildfire risk.
Together, they break down the essentials of defensible space, home hardening, and the small steps that make a big difference in protecting your property and community. From clearing the first five feet around your home to understanding how embers ignite structures, the episode gives listeners clear, science‑backed actions they can take right now.
This is a must‑listen for anyone looking to strengthen their wildfire preparedness and help build more resilient communities across California.
Full transcript available: https://calfire.box.com/s/6o69vhr01m03mfz9cjhiyi9czsbw08zj