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Defensible Space

 The area around a home where the location, selection, and maintenance of vegetation and other combustible materials are managed such that a fire or wind-blown embers are less likely to ignite the structure.

Infographic about creating defensible space around a home for fire safety, with tips from Oregon State Fire Marshal.

Click below for local information on Living with Wildfire in Jefferson County!

Jefferson County Living With Wildfire BookletJefferson County Community Wildfire Protection Plan - 2022

Check out this incredible video from our friends at the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office to see how you can make your home more defensible this fire season!

 

 

Here's another look at how you can ensure Your Home Can Survive a Wildfire from our friends at the National Fire Protection Association.