Oracle Firewise offers advice on protecting your property from a wildfire

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The National Fire Protection Association is a great source of information relating to fire, electrical and related hazards.  Their website NFPA.org contains information on many topics and is worth taking a look. 

With the wild fires in Arizona, California, Utah, Nevada, Montana, Oregon, New Mexico, Texas and Washington, there are steps that we as property owners can take before a wild fire threatens Oracle (or really any where in the Tri-Community):

Before a wildfire threatens your area…

In and around your home

• Clear leaves and other debris from gutters, eaves, porches and decks. This prevents embers from igniting your home.

• Remove dead vegetation and other items from under your deck or porch, and within 10 feet of the house. Learn more about the basics of defensible space on the Firewise website.

• Screen or box-in areas below patios and decks with wire mesh to prevent debris and combustible materials from accumulating.

• Remove flammable materials (firewood stacks, propane tanks) within 30 feet of your home’s foundation and outbuildings, including garages and sheds. If it can catch fire, don’t let it touch your house, deck or porch.

• Wildfire can spread to tree tops. Prune trees so the lowest branches are 6 to 10 feet from the ground.

• Keep your lawn hydrated and maintained. If it is brown, cut it down to reduce fire intensity. Dry grass and shrubs are fuel for wildfire.

• Don’t let debris and lawn cuttings linger. Dispose of these items quickly to reduce fuel for fire.

• Inspect shingles or roof tiles. Replace or repair those that are loose or missing to prevent ember penetration.

• Cover exterior attic vents with metal wire mesh no larger than 1/8 inch to prevent sparks from entering the home.

• Enclose under-eave and soffit vents or screens with metal mesh to prevent ember entry.

• Learn more about how to protect your home and property at www.firewise.org.

Creating an emergency plan

• Assemble an emergency supply kit and place it in a safe spot. Remember to include important documents, medications and personal identification.

• Develop an emergency evacuation plan and practice it with everyone in your home.

• Plan two ways out of your neighborhood and designate a meeting place.

• Learn more about emergency preparedness planning on NFPA’s emergency planning webpage.

• Learn how you can make a positive difference in your community. 

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