In this episode of Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, Farmer Fred interviews Kevin Marini, a UC Cooperative Extension advisor, about protecting homes in wildland urban interface (WUI) areas from wildfires. They discuss the new "zero zone" or Ember Ignition Zone, emphasizing the importance of removing flammable materials within five feet of structures, including plants, furniture, and debris. They also discuss the lean, clean, and green zone (5-30 feet), focusing on plant spacing, mulch selection (avoiding gorilla hair and pine needles), and the removal of fire ladders. They also touch on the reduced fuel zone (30-100 feet), ingress and egress routes for fire engines, and the importance of defensible space for firefighter safety. The conversation also covers the role of insurance companies, HOAs, and the need for ongoing maintenance to maintain fire-resistant landscaping, as well as resources such as FiresafeMarin and the California Native Plant Society.
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