1 Introduction

The goal of this Web-based reference guide is to provide the citizens of Napa County with a comprehensive, yet easy-to-understand source of information on defensible space planning and practices.

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The content of this guide is drawn from official fire service documents; national fire prevention associations and councils; and individual knowledge experts within the fire service, vegetation management and related fields.

This reference guide was produced by the Napa Communities Fire Wise Foundation in May of 2009. User comments and suggestions are welcome - please feel free to contact us at info@firewise.org.

 

 

 

 
Introduction
1
What is defensible space?
2
Why is defensible space important?
3
Defensible Space Zones (1,2,3,4)
4
The three R's of defensible space
5
Preparing a defensible space plan
6
Think Lean, Clean and Green
7
Fire Wise plant spacing suggestions
8
Fire Wise plant choices
9
Replacement Plants
10
Tools and Safety tips
11
Vegetation fuel hazards: firebrands
12
Tips to "fire harden" your home
13
Create your own wildfire action plan
14
Useful definitions
15
Landscaping tips: planning, pruning, stumps, habitat
16
Information resources
17
Acknowledgements
18
Plant Glossary
19

Napa Firewise

   To empower the citizens of Napa County with the information, knowledge, and support they need to survive a wildfire.