Wildfires
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How to Protect Your Home From Wildfires
Here's what fire prevention experts says is most important
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The Surprising Connection Between Wildfires and Tainted Drinking Water
Drinking water supplies around the U.S. are contaminated with volatile organic compounds, and western wildfires are making the situation worse
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Building in a Wildfire Zone
An owner/builder in California looks for the safest exterior building materials
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2018 Was a Big Year for Natural Disasters
California wildfires helped make the year the fourth costliest since 1980
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As Wildfires Get Bigger and Deadlier, Insurance Is Harder to Find
The size and frequency of wildfires in California has put pressure on insurance companies and homeowners alike
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California Fires Prompt Fresh Questions About Development
There are no quick fixes for this complex problem, says a 31-year veteran of Cal Fire
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Designing a High-Performance Wall in Wildfire Country
This owner-builder wants walls with a high R-value that address the region’s high risk of fire
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Learning to Co-Exist With Wildfires
As housing developments creep into wild and natural areas, proactive planning can reduce the risk of harm in the face of fire
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Resilient Design is a Money-Maker
A study shows a 6-for-1 return on investments in making buildings more resistant to floods, high winds, fires, and earthquakes
