There’s more than one way to get FireSmart.
With the rise of global temperatures, fires have been increasing in BC every year. But with our seven tried, tested and true FireSmart disciplines, you can help mitigate wildfire threats around your home and in your community.
Education
An educated community is a FireSmart community. That’s why we are constantly releasing the latest research and preventive tools, so you’re always prepared when fire season hits.
Vegetation Management
Protecting your home starts from the soil up. Get to know the best landscaping practices to reduce natural wildfire fuel in your garden, in your gutter and around your home.
Emergency Planning
Without a plan, you could be without a home. Prepare yourself and your community with an emergency plan that covers everything from protection to evacuation to response.
Cross-training
Not all firefighters are trained in wildfire and structural fire response. Cross-training for both disaster types is essential for all firefighters, so they can work together to handle any fire.
Interagency Cooperation
A FireSmart community is one that works together. There are a lot of stakeholders who, when they have a coordinated response plan in place, can turn a potential disaster into a best-case scenario.
Legislation & Planning
Planners and legislators have a lot on their plate. That’s why FireSmart is here: to help them keep the threat of wildfires top of mind and preventative measures a number-one priority.
Development Considerations
Where there is an opportunity to modernize a community, there is an even greater opportunity to renovate and build homes with fire-resistant materials and better access to roads, utilities and reliable water sources.