FireSmart Tips

Managing the area around your property is easy and important. Fuel removal and reduction can be achieved through hand clearing, watering, grazing, prescribed burning, or mechanical options.

Cleaning your roof and gutters of leaves and pine needles (best done fall and spring) is a free FireSmart Activity!

Make sure your family knows where the gas, electric, and water mains shut-off are!

MYTH:  It won’t happen to me!

FACT:  No one can guarantee that it won’t happen to you.  If you prepare and nothing ever happens, then you have lost nothing.  If you do not prepare your family and home in order to best protect them from a wildfire, you may not live to regret it!

Creating a family communication plan is a great idea to ensure your family is prepared in the event of an evacuation.

Did you know that fires move fastest uphill?  If your home is located on a hill, you should consider taking extra measures.  Click here to find out ways to FireSmart your property.

Are overhead power lines clear of vegetation?  Contact your service provider for assistance with removing trees close to utility lines.