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Fire Crews Build Defensible Zones | Duluth News
Fire crews are racing against time in the Superior National Forest, not just battling flames but fortifying homes with defensible space tactics—clearing 30-foot zones of dry brush and installing sprinkler systems to keep air and ground moist, blocking embers and protecting critical infrastructure. This proactive, year-round strategy saves money, resources, and lives, and homeowners can help by maintaining their own property, making crews more efficient. With fuel still abundant and conditions dry, officials warn this isn’t a short-term fix—preparation is critical for the foreseeable future…
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