The city's fire department is actively clearing brush and creating 'fuel breaks' in open spaces to prevent wildfires from spreading to homes.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The program is supported by state grants, including $119,940 for the Mercer Hollow project.
Homeowners living near open space areas benefit from reduced wildfire risk and potentially lower insurance costs.