Are You Prepared For Wildland Fires?

 Here are a few things you can do to help protect your home/property.  

• Create a defensible area, firebreaks that divert flames around property, by clearing weeds and dry grass at least 100 feet around your home. Property on sloped areas should be cleared at least 100 feet as well, as wind-fed flames can race up hills and mountainsides quickly.  
• Keep propane tanks clear of vegetation.
• Keep all combustibles, such as firewood, lawn furniture, picnic tables, etc., away from structures.
• Clean rain gutters regularly to avoid leaf and needle accumulation.
• Clear vegetation and other flammable materials from beneath decks or other wooden structures.
• Remove tree limbs and vegetation that overhang the roof.
• Remove all branches lower than 6 feet. .
• Keep garden hose connected to faucet.
• Review your home escape plan with your family & have a fire drill exercise.
• Ensure address is clearly visible from the street.

And as always, visit firewise.org for other useful tips and become FIREWISE!