Lawmakers aimed to reduce fire risks by establishing new regulations requiring the clearance of combustible materials within 5 feet of homes, though implementation has been delayed.
Frustration is palpable among state lawmakers, including Sen. Henry Stern, regarding the delays in implementing new fire safety regulations meant to protect homes in high-risk areas.
Despite robust research suggesting that maintaining clear areas around homes could mitigate fire damage, the state Board has yet to finalize these critical regulations.
Experts assert that while there are no guarantees against high-intensity wildfires, previous research indicates that the new compliance measures could have saved some homes.
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