Transcript Wildfires

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