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When a #wildfire is reported, it’s time to activate your emergency plan. Learn what should be in your plan.

When a #wildfire is reported, it’s time to activate your emergency plan. Learn what should be in your plan.

Good tips here from this Zurich post.

Equipment fires are one of the leading causes of wildfires on state-protected lands in Oregon. It’s Springtime and the perfect time to clean up excess vegetation, avoiding the dry hot weather that could lead to a spark from a blade hitting a rock. Here are some tips for using equipment safely to avoid wildfires. - Call first to find out if equipment use is restricted - Use gas-powered equipment early in the day. - Use a weed trimmer with a plastic line. - Keep the exhaust system in proper working order. - Make sure your gas-powered tools are equipped with approved spark arresters. - Keep a fire extinguisher or water-charged hose close by. Learn more about the Santiam Canyon Long Term Recovery Defensible Space Grant coming soon. Get started on the process today by scheduling your property assessment with the Oregon State Fire Marshall. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gbevTfUr

Put together a #Wildfire Preparedness Plan with your family using these tips designed to keep everyone protected before wildfire smoke events: aqmd.gov/wildfiretips

While wildfires are becoming increasingly more common year-round, we're solidly in the middle of California's wildfire season. This means that it's especially crucial that you and your family have a fire escape plan in place so that you're prepared in case you need to make an emergency evacuation. If you don't have one or need help putting one together, this is a great guide State Farm has put together that goes over the basics. #WildfireSeason #WildfireSafety #AgentAdvice https://lnkd.in/gyE5sven

Are you familiar with Fire Danger Ratings? Fire Danger Ratings (FDR) is a forest or vegetation fire monitoring system that provides information to support fire management. Importantly, it estimates the likelihood of a fire to ignite and spread and whether it requires suppression action. By knowing the daily FDR, forest protection teams in RER can inform communities, fishermen and other forest users that vegetative conditions are such that there is a risk of fire. They also use this data to increase patrols and have their firefighting equipment ready for use. Learn more about our effort in fire prevention, in https://lnkd.in/gC7DV2PV #ExploreRER #AboutRER #fornature #naturebasedsolution #generationrestoration #forestprotection #APRIL2030 #thrivinglandscape

FACTORS INFLUENCING WILDFIRE MANAGEMENT DECISIONS AFTER THE 2009 US FEDERAL POLICY UPDATE Professor Andi Thode and others worked on this article together. It's one of several that started with a JFSP project looking at the effects of the 2009 wildland fire federal policy update. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gqqSd8i3 #wildfire #nau #policy

May is National #WildfireAwarenessMonth. In recent years, wildfires have become increasingly dangerous, moving quickly through forested and suburban areas alike. Don't wait until you smell smoke to begin preparing your business for wildfire season - download our free checklist today. #wildfireseason #wildfire #preparedness

As we enter wildfire season we committed to keeping our communities safe. Preparedness is crucial for your family's safety. Here are essential propane safety tips during wildfires: • Keep your tank area clear of debris and keep a path to the tank that's free of obstacles • Recognize the rotten egg smell of a propane leak. This distinctive odor is added to help you detect leaks quickly. • Know how to shut off the valve on your tank in case you must evacuate. Familiarize yourself with the location and operation of the valve. • Ensure your carbon monoxide (CO) detector is in working order. Regularly test and replace the batteries to ensure it functions properly. #WildfireSafety #StayInformed Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gE7AGp2F