Living with Wildfire: A Homeowner's Handbook

In Living with Wildfire (first published as The Wildfire Survival Guide), gardening expert Maureen Gilmer shares proven ways to save your home, property, and life with wildfire-resistant landscaping and fire-prevention techniques. Discover how to create bands of protection by choosing fire-resistant plants, manage native vegetation, prevent erosion and mudslides, and learn about: -Wildfire dynamics and safeguarding your home against them -Water storage and delivery in any emergency -Creating a defensible space for you and firefighters Included is updated information on insuring your property, selecting your home site, packing an emergency kit, and getting public and private assistance. With easy-to-follow diagrams, instructional photographs, and landscaping plans, you'll have all the resources necessary to get through fire season and keep your home standing.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Lyons Press
Published: 12/24/2019
ISBN: 9781493038367
Pages: 192
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.10w x 0.30d