With insurance premiums skyrocketing for some Bay Area homeowners and policies being dropped because of high wildfire risks, prevention efforts are ramping up.
Roger Whiting has been more vigilant lately about minimizing fire risks around his home. 'Some of the neighbors think nothing of being firewise and being ready in case there is a fire. That's what bothers me,' said Whiting. With more homeowners facing insurance non-renewals due to high wildfire risks, Whiting is taking measures that make sense to fire and insurance inspectors.
Funded by Measure C, approved by voters in 2020, fire inspectors from the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority and local fire departments can assess, advise, and issue a comprehensive Wildfire Risk Report for each home. 'We're not here to give tickets. It's for educational purposes and we're getting a good reception from homeowners,' said Lupe Duran.
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