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.