March 3rd at 6:30 Immaculate Heart Cafeteria

One thing we learned from last year’s January fires, is that fire season is a year-round threat in Los Angeles. And brush clearance needs to be a year-round job!    Brush clearance is critical for wildfire prevention because it removes fuel, creates a "defensible space" around structures for firefighters, slows fire spread, and reduces the risk from flying embers.  Click here  for information, resources, and more!  Be sure to document your improvements here.

Did you know that one of the most common ways homes ignite and burn during wildfires is by embers entering the home through vents?   During a wildfire, embers are carried by wind and can travel for miles, well ahead of the main flame front. If these embers enter unprotected attic, crawl space, or foundation vents, they can ignite combustible materials like insulation, dust, or stored items within the home.     Covering vents with fine, metal screens is a critical fire prevention measure.  ...