Moving Towards a Fire-Resilient Landscape

Explore the fourth installment of the Community Wildfire Webinar Series, focusing on creating fire-resilient landscapes. Learn about the consequences of long-term wildfire suppression policies, resulting in hazardous fuel accumulations. Gain insights into restoring brushlands, woodlands, and forests to more natural fire-resilient conditions. Discover key concepts such as defensible space, ladder fuels, vegetation zones, and fuel management standards. Understand the importance of proper landscaping, including plant selection, hardscaping, and creating microclimates. Address concerns about invasive plants, bare soil, mastication, and specific tree species like Eucalyptus, Italian Cypress, and Oak. Equip yourself with science-backed, community-focused information on wildfire preparedness and available resources for residents of Carmel Valley and surrounding areas.