"Embers will find a vulnerability, so it is critical that property owners take all the mitigation actions research shows will improve overall structural resilience as they work together to provide the best protection," Hedayati said. Credit: Ringo H.W. Chiu
Wildfire season in the U.S. typically runs from July-October, but in recent years the risk has grown to become a year-round threat, according to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IIBHS).
"While some parts of the West have benefited from snow and rain that have eased drought conditions, it will lead to vegetation growth that can fuel future wildfires," Faraz Hedayati, IIBHS lead research engineer, said in a release. "Now is the ideal time to develop a plan and begin making changes to reduce the wildfire risk for your home or business."
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