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Natural disaster resistance

Fire

Choosing fire-resistant building materials, good building design, and the maintenance of a zone clear of shrubs, trees and other combustible materials around the home can protect against wildfire damage.

Visit 52 Climate Actions for more advice: Design for wildfires.

Related resources...

Videos
Facing Fire: Building Resiliency to Wildfire
Websites
National Association of Foresters (U.S.) Wildfires
Firewise Communities : The basics of defensible space and the “home ignition zone”
Fire Adapted Community : U.S. Guidance Resource
FEMA : How to Prepare for a Wildfire
BC Wildfire Service
Publications
FEMA P-737, Home Builder's Guide to Construction in Wildfire Zones (2008)
FEMA Booklet : How to Prepare for a Wildfire
PDF : Building Construction to Reduce Wildfire Risk
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