Firewise® USA: A Guide to Community Wildfire Risk Reduction Certification
This article outlines the requirements and process for communities to become Firewise® USA certified, a program designed to help neighborhoods collaboratively reduce wildfire risk. It covers conducting risk assessments, creating fire-resistant landscaping, developing evacuation plans, and engaging the community in wildfire mitigation strategies. The content serves as an introductory guide to the Firewise® program's framework and benefits.
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As wildfire danger grows across the United States, protecting your home and property from fire damage is a priority.
Entire neighborhoods can work together to engage in fire risk reduction activities and plan wildfire evacuation strategies.
Learn about a program that offers a starting blueprint to engage your community in wildfire risk mitigation strategies and become Firewise®.
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