Reference
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Report covering non-combustible continuous exterior insulation and non-combustible roof venting.
Video
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Video describing ways to create a defensible space around a home to make it less susceptible to wildfires.
Video
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Video from PublicResourceOrg showing which materials are the most and least likely to ignite from embers during a wildfire.
Video
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Video from National Fire Protection Association on the most common ignition points on homes.
Reference
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Article describing ways to design and construct a building to resist wildfires.
Video
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Video from PG&E outlining building material-related steps to take to take to lower the risk of home ignition during a fire.
Video
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Video from National Fire Protection Association looking into construction differences of homes that survived fires versus those that did not. Part 2 of 2.
Video
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Video from National Fire Protection Association looking into construction differences of homes that survived fires versus those that did not. Part 1 of 2.
Reference
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Fact sheet describing conditions for wildfire, how a home catches fire, how to create a survivable space, the ideal fire resistant home.
Reference
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Article from the Sierra Club explaining 5 steps to take to ensure your home's resistance to wildfires, including site maintenance and roof construction guidelines.
Video
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Video from National Fire Protection Association highlighting 5 key areas that can ignite a structure, including site, openings, vents, and materials recommendations.
Reference
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Report providing a collection of fact sheets describing guidance for constructing homes in wildfire zones.
Video
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Video presentation from the National Fire Protection Association with Dr. Jack Cohen, a fire science researcher with the USDA Forest Service, explaining steps to take to protect critical parts of a home from igniting due to flames and embers.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing roof construction techniques and tactics for fire resistance.
Guide
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Guide describing the installation of roof vents that are resistant to damage from high winds and entry of wind-borne rain, wildfire embers, or pests.