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Contributor: California's proposed ban on plants near homes could be dangerously bad advice
A strict 'Zone 0' rule against landscaping is risky. Well-maintained and watered vegetation could prevent the spread of fires ...
California plan to ban most plants within 5 feet of homes for wildfire safety overlooks some important truths about flammability
Up to the point that they actually burn, green, well-maintained plants can slow the spread of a fire by serving as “heat sinks,” absorbing energy and even blocking embers. This apparent protective ...