The number of acres in the top two fire zones ... a map,” Berlant said in a recent interview. “They are a planning tool.” The maps released Monday cover eight counties in Southern California ...

California's wildfire hazard ... with high fire hazard severity zones for a long time,” said Evans. “Whether it shows up on the expansion of a map or not, it’s going to be a FAIR plan ...

These zones require stricter building codes, defensible space mandates and disclosure requirements during real estate sales. Hazard severity zone maps are critical in California law, being cited ...