West Palm Beach is rated low-to-moderate wildfire risk by the Florida Forest Service, with elevated exposure on the western fringe near the J.W. Corbett Wildlife Management Area and pine flatwoods of Grassy Waters Preserve.
The Florida Forest Service Wildland Fire Risk Assessment maps portions of western Palm Beach County in the wildland-urban interface. During red-flag warnings the City Fire Marshal coordinates with FFS to issue local burn bans. Homeowners in pine and palmetto fringe areas are encouraged to follow Firewise USA guidance: clear gutters, use Class A roofing, and maintain a 5-foot non-combustible zone around structures.
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Gas and electric leaf blowers are allowed in West Palm Beach during normal landscaping hours, 7 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday and 9 AM to 5 PM Sunday. N...
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