The city council in Berkeley is set to vote on a new ordinance today that would ban many plants and other flammable materials near homes in high fire risk areas.

<p>The city council in Berkeley is set to vote on a new ordinance today that would ban many plants and other flammable materials near homes in high fire risk areas.</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>