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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Madison Moulton

How to fireproof your backyard – 10 ways to limit potential fire damage

gray timber clad home with large backyard and pool

Homeowners have several natural disaster risks to consider, from flooding to tornados and more. But one risk that is unfortunately becoming far more common is fire.

As temperatures increase and summers become more intense, wildfires are set to become regular headline news. Even smaller backyard fires are more likely in warm and dry weather, potentially spreading to your home if certain essential backyard fireproofing steps aren’t followed.

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