In the Event of a Wildfire

If you are aware that a wildfire is in the vicinity and are not in immediate danger, consider doing the following:

• Attach your garden hose to an outside faucet and turn it on with the nozzle attached in the 'closed' position. Place a sprinkler by the hose if you have one.
• Remove flammable deck furniture.
• Put ladders up against the roof (non-flammable ones, of course).
• Clean off your roof, deck, and rain gutters.
• Close all windows and shutters. Remove flammable curtains.
• Leave power and outside lights on.
• Decide what you would take with you in case you must evacuate.
• Leave your house/cabin unlocked with a note inside stating who evacuated, where you are heading, and the time and date. Don't forget your pets!