Watch: Firescaping Fundamentals - Protecting Your Home From Wildfires

In a recent panel, industry leaders shared what they know about wildfire mitigation in the wildland urban interface - a topic we are all concerned about these days. Here’s a chance to learn ways to help reduce risks related to low intensity wildfires.

Concepts presented include maintenance of vegetation, awareness and management of combustible materials, thoughtful design, layout and incorporation of fire and ember-resistant construction materials and plants, fire breaks, firescape designs, and the importance of neighborhood and community involvement.

PANELISTS:

• PHIL DUNDAS - Owner of The Landscape Company and CLCA Central Coast Chapter’s new Education Director

• MARCO MACK - Aptos La Selva Fire Marshal and Fire Safe Council of Santa Cruz County board member

• MARTIN QUIQLEY - Executive Director of UCSC Arboretum

• LIZ KROFT - Owner & Realtor at Sol Property Advisors and President of the Women's Council of Realtors

• LYNN SESTAK - Firewise

• JUSTIN WHITE - CEO of K&D Landscaping and Central Coast Chapter CLCA President