FireSmart Guidebook for Community Protection: A Guidebook for Wildland/Urban Interface Communities

Wildfire has helped shape Alberta's landscape for generations. As the province's population grows and communities become more intertwined with Alberta's forests, the risk of wildfire grows significantly. Many communities currently face a high to extreme wildfire risk. The FireSmart Guidebook for Community Protection outlines the proactive measures communities can take to reduce the risk. This guide will walk your community through the following steps: 1. Assessing wildfire hazard and risk 2. Building your planning team 3. Bringing together affected stakeholders 4. Developing the FireSmart Community Plan