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Goats are brush clearance stars on the Universal Studios Lot
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Jonathan Lloyd and Lynette Romero , as published by NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this fire prevention effort are available from the source, including comments from a senior vice president overseeing the property's facilities and administration.
In Universal City, a unique approach to fire prevention is underway. A team is working to manage hillsides and brush. This effort involves multiple steps to reduce fire risk.
The property has hundreds of acres of brush-covered land. To help clear this land, a special group is being used. These animals eat a lot and are effective at removing brush.
Further details about this fire prevention effort are available from the source, including comments from a senior vice president overseeing the property's facilities and administration.
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Category: safety Published: August 6, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Universal City, a unique approach to fire prevention is underway. A team is working to manage hillsides and brush. This effort involves multiple steps to reduce fire risk. The property has…
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