Palouse Conservation District receives grant to assist homeowners in wildfire prevention

The Palouse Conservation District received a $50,000 grant from the Washington State Conservation District that will allow landowners to apply for assistance in maintaining wildfire resiliency in Whitman county.

The PCD will prioritize targeting the wildland urban interfaces and rural communities, Maggie said. The grant money will allow the PCD to assess the risks of home ignition, improve forest health, defensible space creation and reduce hazardous fuels.

Source: Palouse Conservation District receives grant to assist homeowners in wildfire prevention