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Laguna Beach fire inspector urges homeowners to harden homes against wildfires
Summary
Laguna Beach Fire Inspector Christopher Casap outlined specific, actionable steps homeowners can take to reduce the risk of ember- and flame-driven ignition, including Class A roofing, ember-resistant vents, multi-pane tempered windows, maintaining a 5-foot noncombustible zone, and removing dead vegetation within 30 feet.
Laguna Beach Fire Inspector Christopher Casap told residents that protecting homes from wildfire requires specific changes to buildings and landscaping. "Most people don't realize that homes can ignite from flying embers, not just direct flames," Casap said, and urged homeowners to take several steps to reduce that risk.
Casap said the roof is "the first line of defense," and recommended…
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