Wildfires

Facts About Wildfires

• Wildfires are usually triggered by lightning or accidents

• Wildfires spread quickly igniting brush, trees, and homes

Before a Wildfire• Clearly mark your property

entrance• Keep lawns trimmed, leaves

raked, roof free of dead limbs and leaves

• Stack firewood and store flammable material at least 30 feet away from your residence

Before a Wildfire

• Thin trees and brush• Landscape with fire resistant plants• Make sure water sources are

available to the fire department

Before a Wildfire

• Use fire resistant roofing and materials

• Cover exterior vents with mesh to prevent debris from collecting

• Install multi-paned windows• Use fire resistant draperies

Before a Wildfire

• Regularly clean and inspect chimneys, wood stoves, home heating systems

• Insulate chimneys• Remove branches hanging

around the chimney• Follow local burning laws

During a Wildfire• If advised to evacuate, do so

immediately• If a wildfire threatens, and time

permits:– Shut off gas and propane tanks– Open fireplace damper and close

fireplace screens– Close windows, doors, vents

During a Wildfire

• If a wildfire threatens, and time permits:– Move flammable furniture to the center

of the residence– Close interior doors and windows– Place valuables in pool or pond– Back your car into the garage, or park

in open space facing escape direction

During a Wildfire

• If a wildfire threatens, and time permits:– Seal attic and ground vents– Turn off propane tanks– Place combustible patio furniture

inside

During a Wildfire

• If a wildfire threatens, and time permits:– Connect garden hose to outdoor

taps; wet the roof– Gather fire tools such as rake, axe,

saw, bucket, and shovel