Burn piles, when done safely and with proper permits, are one of the most effective ways to reduce wildfire risk.
Burn piles allow landowners to dispose of excess brush, branches, and woody debris that would otherwise serve as dangerous fuel during fire season. According to Cal Fire and forest management experts, burn piles help maintain defensible space around homes, improve forest health by reducing overcrowded vegetation, and create safer conditions for firefighters during emergencies. By removing this…