Wildfire Impacts
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FireSmart Fact Sheet: Decks and Porches
Many homes have attached decks, which can spread fire directly to the home when ignited during a wildfire. This fact sheet shares guidelines from FireSmart to consider when building a deck or as ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Fences
Combustible wood fences and boardwalks create a direct line to your home and can contribute to the spread of wildfire. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your fence and ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Gutters, Eaves, and Vents
The gutters on your home provide a place for combustible debris to accumulate and can be ignited by embers during a wildfire. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your gutters, eaves, and vents and as part of your ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Permanent Wood Foundations
This fact sheet explains the use of Permanent Wood Foundations and shares recommendations from FireSmart to reduce structures’ vulnerability to ignition from wildfire.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Roofs
The roof is the most vulnerable component of your home. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your roof and as part of your ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Shipping Containers
Shipping containers may seem like the ideal storage solution — however, they are not designed to withstand wildfire conditions and can pose serious safety risks. Learn about safer alternatives to shipping containers from FireSmart.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Siding
Some types of siding materials can melt when exposed to high temperatures, allowing the fire to penetrate the interior of the building. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your siding and as part of your ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Windows and Doors
Flames and radiant heat can break the glass in a window and allow fire to enter the interior of a home. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your windows and doors and as part of your ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Fact Sheet: Yard
Living where wildfires can occur puts our homes at risk, but it is possible to live safely and resiliently with wildfire. Learn about FireSmart guidelines for planning an upgrade to your yard and as part of your ongoing home maintenance.
FireSmart Landscaping Guide
This guide was developed to introduce you to FireSmart landscaping—a practical and science-backed approach to creating resilient outdoor spaces that are also beautiful. By carefully landscaping your outdoor spaces, your home is more likely to survive a wildland fire event. Many FireSmart principles are easy to implement, and every small action can have an impact.
FireSmart Wildland fire Evacuation Preparedness List
This reference guide provides practical steps to follow when evacuating during a wildland fire, as well as actions you can take to prepare before a wildland fire and to recover when returning home.