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Getting Even Fire Wiser In Ashland

Oregon.gov

Ashland, built on forested hills, has always been especially vulnerable to wildfire.

11 homes were lost in the Oak Knoll fire of five years ago, and firefighters are determined to minimize the risk of a future such fire.

So several sections of town have been designated"Firewise" communities.

More than in any other city in the country, we're told.

Two members of Ashland Fire-Rescue join us to explain the workings.

And COMING UP April 25: Firewise Clean Up Day.

 

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Geoffrey Riley is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has hosted the Jefferson Exchange on JPR since 2009. He's been a broadcaster in the Rogue Valley for more than 35 years, working in both television and radio.