On this Memorial Day, we take pause for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

May the brave always be remembered and their service to our country forever honored.

We've opened the application period for our Community Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant. We've allocated $3 million to reduce wildfire risks by funding projects to create and maintain defensible space.

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Today, along with our agency partners, we briefed the governor’s staff on the upcoming wildfire season and how we've been preparing.

A lot of work has been done in communities across the state to boost resiliency and response capacity.

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This week for #WildfireAwarenessMonth it is all about safe yard debris burning. While chipping, composting, or recycling are better options, we understand that can't happen in every situation. If you do burn yard debris, do it wisely to avoid a costly out of control fire.

Day 7 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : Give the Coneflower a look! The plants we shared this week are just a few fire-resistant plants.

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A lawn that is kept mowed, clean of dry debris, and green can give your home added protection during a wildfire. Keep it lean, clean, and green.

MORE TIPS: oregondefensiblespace.org

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This Mother's Day, the Oregon State Fire Marshal celebrates all the incredible moms. Give her the gift of safety this year: check and test those smoke alarms to let her know you care.

Here’s to a safe and joyful day for all the amazing mothers!

Day 6 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : Meet the Iceplant, a ground cover succulent that is low maintenance and doesn’t need a lot of water.

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When creating defensible space on your property, don’t forget to include other buildings. Pay close attention to fences as well. Keep bushes trimmed and tree limbs limbed and not touching them.

Learn More: oregondefensiblespace.org

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Day 5 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : A real staple in parts of Oregon, the Ponderosa Pine.

Properly spaced and limbed these beautiful trees can be a part of your defensible space plan.

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Weekend project idea! Look at your deck and make sure it is clear of anything that could catch fire like pine needles and other debris. Clean both above and below.

Also, during times of high fire danger, remove patio furniture that could catch fire.

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Day 4 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : Believe it or not, you can have trees in your defensible space plan. An option, the Crabapple tree. Make sure to keep trees limbed up and not touching your home or other buildings.

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Day 3 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : Mockorange is on the list.

This plant has a sweet-smelling flower. If taken care of properly, fire resistant-plants can add some beauty and help in your defensible space plan.

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Join us tomorrow for a webinar about how our defensible space program can give you the tools and knowledge to start or enhance your defensible space.

Knowledge is power as we get ready for wildfire season!

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Defensible space tip: Bark dust or combustible mulch against your house could cause trouble and ignite during a wildfire. Protect your home and create a buffer with bare dirt or gravel.

Learn more: oregondefensiblespace.org

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Day 2 of #MeetTheFireResistantPlants : Check out Carol Mackie, an evergreen shrub!

Remember fire resistant doesn’t mean fireproof. Even fire-resistant plants will burn if not well maintained.

Check out more tips to be #WildfireAware here: oregon.gov/osfm/education…

Today’s Wildfire Awareness Month Tip: Your defensible space can include bushes and trees. The key – make sure to keep bushes trimmed and trees limbed so they are not touching your home or other buildings.

Learn More: oregondefensiblespace.org

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Fire-resistant plants are a thing! If taken care of properly, these plants can add some beauty to your home and help in your defensible space plan. Today, meet Salvia.

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