(Sacramento, CA) — Temperatures are rising in the Golden State, and CAL Fire is making sure Californians are prepared for wildfires. Creating defensible space around your home should also be top of mind if you live in hill country. Officials say it’s the first line of defense for your home against wildfires.

You can also protect your property by hardening your home or retrofitting it with fire resistant materials. For more information on how to prepare for wildfires, visit ready-for-wildfire-dot-org.