STATEWIDE While wildfires continue to burn actively across the West, they don't have to burn everything in their path. In fact, clearing property of debris and maintaining a home's landscaping can make a significant difference in reducing the risk for wildfire damage.

As wildfires continue to receive news coverage this season, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) strongly encourages education regarding the ways residents can increase their safety and improve their home's likelihood of surviving a wildfire.