ARE YOU READY FOR WILDFIRE?
Extreme Winter Drought Conditions have Increased Wildfire Danger Statewide
California’s drought continues to cause wildfire activity to remain much higher than normal. It is important to start preparing for wildfire now by taking personal responsibility for protecting yourself, your family and your property.
The work you do today can make a difference!
PREPARE FOR WILDFIRE NOW
Each year, wildfires consume hundreds of homes in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI). Studies show as many as 80 percent of the homes lost to wildland fires could have been saved if their owners had followed simple fire-safe practices. In addition, wildfire related deaths occur because people wait too long to leave their home.
Increase your home’s survival and family’s safety during a wildfire by making the right decisions now about defensible space and situational awareness. Have a plan in place before a wildfire is threatening your home. The Ready, Set, Go Program helps residents be READY with preparedness understanding, be SET with situational awareness when fire threatens, and to GO, acting early when a fire starts.
For more great tips on preparing for wildfire, visit www.wildlandfirersg.org.
FIREWISE TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS – Click here to download tips.
Links:
Local Contact:
Leah Sandberg
Fire Prevention Specialist II
Lassen Modoc Unit
CAL FIRE
(530) 294-5289 office
(530) 310-2226 cell
2016 Documents:
LMU 2016 Burn Permit Requirements
LMU Burn Ban News Release 2016