To better protect your home and our community, it’s critical to take proactive steps in Home Hardening and Vegetation Management. Wind-blown embers can travel far ahead of a wildfire, igniting homes and landscapes. Preparing in advance is the best defense.
Homeowners are required to cut and maintain vegetation all the way to the street. Overgrown vegetation is not just a hazard—it can block emergency access and evacuation routes, putting lives at risk during a fire. Unfortunately, many residents are unaware that maintaining defensible space and keeping streets clear is their responsibility. Each homeowner plays a vital role in fire safety. By managing vegetation and hardening homes against embers, we create safer neighborhoods and a more fire-resilient peninsula. Take this self-assessment to learn how prepared you actually are and what steps you can further take to protect your home and your community.
Tiburon Fire crews train daily to respond to emergencies, but preparedness starts with you. Act today to protect your home, your neighbors, and your community. For additional resources on home hardening and vegetation management, visit https://www.tiburonfire.org/announcement-1/.