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Dense interior chaparral, prior to any defensible space treatment. (Courtesy photo)

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In Yavapai County, almost any area surrounded by natural wildland vegetation faces some hazard due to fire. In mountainous regions, such as Prescott, fire hazard increases due to topography and increased vegetation density.

By Paul Scrivens, Special to the Courier May 12, 2017