Abundant rain this past winter helped the hills turn green, but now all the grasses and flowers are starting to turn into potential wildfire fuels. May is National Wildfire Awareness Month. Central Coast fire departments have begun urging residents to take action and prepare their homes and properties for possible wildfires. Officials say creating a defensible space around your home can help protect it from wildfire. You can find out more at Ready SLO dot org and Ready SBC dot org.
