The term “defensible space” has been noted by firefighters as a crucial part of protecting homes and businesses from the ...

So-called defensible space laws require homeowners in fire-prone places to keep the area immediately around their homes free of landscaping and other materials that could catch fire. California ...

Caltrans crews cleared the roadside along Highway 229 in San Luis Obispo County as part of California’s wildfire and forest ...

According to Cal Fire, "Defensible space is the buffer between your structure and the surrounding area." Get top local stories in Southern California delivered to you every morning. Sign up for ...