This diagram shows you how to defend your home from wildfire.
This homeowner made a clear defense around this home.
with trees growing up against this house a firefighter would have no chance to save this home.
It’s not to late to protect your home for the 2013 Wilfire Season! A few simple steps can mean the difference between saving your home or not.
* Make sure all dead grasses, shrubs and trees are cleared away immediately. Trim lower branches on trees.
* Clear at least 30-100 feet around your home (see the diagram above).
* Move fuel tanks, propane tanks and stack firewood away from the house or other structures.
* Place screens over gutters, chimneys, vents and crawl spaces under homes to deter embers.
For more information on being prepared for all types of emergencies including wildfires visit: http://www.ready.gov/wildfires.
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