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* Have you discussed a fire safety plan with your family?* Does everyone know where to meet if you have to evacuate your home?* Is your house number and/or name clearly posted at the driveway entrance or mailbox?* Are ladders, fire extinguishers and other tools readily available for emergencies?* Are decks, porches and other raised extensions protected with fire-resistant materials or screened to keep out sparks?* Does your driveway allow easy access (and egres …

For people living near or using recreational facilities in wilderness areas the threat of brush or forest fires is real. Advance planning and knowing protective measures to take can help limit the devastation of a fire.While no one can prevent all such fires from occurring, there are actions that can prevent an emergency or lessen the damaging effects of unavoidable emergencies. Investing in preventive steps now, will help reduce theimpact of wildland …

Establish Multiple Family Meeting SpotsIt’s important to stick together in an emergency, so establish a few places where your family can reunite if you’ve been separated and stay safe. You need to pick four places in total: An indoor meeting spot: In the event of natural disasters like tornadoes, hurricanes, and other storms, set a dedicated place in your home everyone can go to. A small, windowless room like a closet or bathroom, a safe room, or a basement are good examples.A neighborhood meet …

AFTER—STAY SAFE!To avoid disease and danger, consider the following recommendations: Stay with friends, if possible, rather than in a camp.Keep your living space sanitary.Use personal protective equipment when cleaning up debris. If possible, wear gloves, sturdy shoes, a hard hat, and a dust mask. Beware of electrical wires and hidden embers.Keep your daily routine as normal as possible. Your children need to see that you are calm and hopeful. Do school lessons, play, and worship as a family. D …

BEFORE—PREPARE!NO ONE is immune to disaster. Preparation is your most important key to survival. But what does preparation involve?Prepare mentally. Acknowledge the fact that disasters happen and that you and your loved ones are potentially at risk. It is too late to prepare after disaster strikes. Learn about disasters that can happen in your area. Know where shelters are. Consider whether the construction of your home and its location are as safe as possible. Remove fire hazards. Install smok …