Wildfire Mitigation Day returns; accepting pine cones and pine needles

Wildfire Mitigation Day returns; accepting pine cones and pine needles

Clearing pine needles and other yard debris isn’t just about tidying up the lawn — it’s a proven first line of defense against wildfires. That’s the focus of the Estes Valley Watershed Coalition and the Estes Valley Fire Protection District as they prepare to host the community’s annual Wildfire Mitigation Day on Sept. 20. According to the National Fire Protection Association, debris such as pine needles, cones, are among the leading sources of …