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How to read a Protection score

Lower is stronger, with four bands from Strong through Remote.

Quick answer

Protection runs from 1 to 10. Values 1 to 3 are Strong, 4 to 6 Adequate, 7 to 8 Limited, and 9 to 10 Remote. Lower values indicate stronger routed station access.

Why it matters

Polarity prevents a common mistake: treating 10 as the strongest result. Read the band beside the number and review miles, minutes, and station type.

Limits and next step

The number addresses response access rather than building resistance or wildfire likelihood. Check a US street address for the applicable route.

Check Protection for a specific property

Protection is calculated for a US street address from routed station distance, drive time, and station type. Area inventories provide context but do not receive a Protection number.

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