Gavidia said area developers removed all the native oaks and topsoil during construction, leaving the land malnourished and just like in fire-ravaged Altadena, the aggressive tree took root. Once ...

Uncertainty in the science on plant combustibility is throwing a curveball at California’s effort to require an “ember-resistant” perimeter around homes.

Hardscaping is a game-changer for fire-resistant landscaping — especially in Zone 0 — because it creates natural firebreaks that stop flames in their tracks. Think gravel pathways, brick patios, and ...