FIREWISE “On the Fly” © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. Quick tips for communities facing an immediate threat from wildfire.

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FIREWISE “On the Fly” © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. Quick tips for communities facing an immediate threat from wildfire

F = Move firewood at least 30 feet from any structure. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.

Overhanging branches Pine needles/pinecones/leav es Cushions, umbrellas, bamboo shades Doormats, decorative items © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. I = Inspect roof, gutters, eaves, decks, and stairs for any fuels that can be removed.

R = Rake up pine cones and pine needles Move at least 30’ from structures. Stagger piles so there is ample bare dirt between them. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.

Limb trees to a minimum height of 6’. Remove branches that hang over deck, roof, fence. Trim grass and brush growing under tree limbs. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. E = Eliminate ladder fuels.

Windows left open should have metal screens. If no metal screens: Pull up shades/tie back or remove curtains. Move furniture away from open windows. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. W = Windows closed when nobody’s home

I = Identify your home with a reflective address number Help all emergency responders (and Santa) find you. Post your address at the end of your driveway nearest the road. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.

Unprotected soffits. Attic vents (don’t forget the garage). Underside of deck or porch. © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc. S = Staple metal screening to:

Identify 2 routes of escape. Can you make it out of your own driveway? Pack your “go box” now Make sure everyone in your household knows: Where to go. What to do if household members get separated. Leave early. In many cases, the inside of a house (with a nonflammable roof) is safer than the inside of a vehicle. E = Escape and evacuation © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.

Firewood 30’ from structures Inspect roof, gutters, eaves, decks, and stairs for fuels Rake pine needles and pine cones Eliminate ladder fuels Windows closed when nobody’s home Identify house with reflective address number Screen unprotected soffits, vents, decks Escape routes and evacuation plan F I R E W I S E © 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.

© 2012 Carrie A. Wiss and Idaho Firewise, Inc.