If flames ignite the Santa Cruz Mountains, Cal Fire captain and local resident Scott Green knows that firefighters may be unable to save everything that needs saving. So his rural home protects itself. He shows us how to took defensive steps.

Full story: https://bayareane.ws/2Nh7tbB

For more steps on how to protect your home check out the links bellow:
Cal Fire’s “Ready, Set, Go!” instructions: http://www.readyforwildfire.org/Ready...

Learn how to prepare your home for wildfires: https://www.nfpa.org/-/media/Files/Fi...

Local Fire Safe Councils, which help with fuel reduction and education programs, may be willing to do a friendly walk-about around your home. Find your council at: http://www.cafiresafecouncil.org.

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