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You can make your home safer from wildfire. Learn how with these helpful tips!

 

Roof & Vents

  • Keep roofs and gutters clear of dead leaves, needles, and debris.

  • Replace loose or missing shingles or tiles.

  • Cover attic, soffit, and eave vents with 1/8-inch or smaller metal mesh.

  • Consider fire-resistant materials like asphalt, clay tile, slate, or concrete for your roof.

  • Use a fire-resistant sub-roof for extra protection.

Windows, Decks & Attachments

  • Repair damaged windows and screens; use tempered or double-paned glass.

  • Box in or screen under decks and porches with wire mesh to prevent debris buildup.

  • Ensure all decks, porches, and fences attached to the house are fire-resistant.

Landscaping & Surroundings

  • Maintain a 3–5 foot fuel-free buffer around your home — remove mulch, furniture, toys, trash cans, and firewood.

  • Prune trees up to 6–10 feet from the ground; keep branches away from walls and roof.

  • Space vegetation and clear dead plant material within 30 feet of your home.

  • Choose fire-resistant plants — visit firewise.org or your local Cooperative Extension for recommended lists.

  • Store firewood well away from your house.

     

 

 

 

 

For more information and tips, visit:

wildlandfirersg.org

readyforwildfire.org

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