With wildfires happening more often and burning more area, homes need to be “hardened” to make them more fire-resistant ...

For homes with existing wood elements, fire-retardant gels and coatings can add an extra layer of defense. These products create a protective barrier that slows down ignition and flame spread.

The Getty Villa survived the worst fire in Los Angeles history because of key construction and landscaping choices.

Years before the L.A. fires, Orchard Hills faced a fire of its own — and came out mostly unscathed due to a long collaboration between the developer and fire department.

Long-term retardant called Liquid Concentrate 95-AMV helps to create a perimeter between fire and fuel, like wood or brush. A memo from an environmental consultant tells the board that the long ...