Wildland Urban Interface Fire Danger is Increasing!
Incident #: Date of Incident: 9/9/2011 Issuing Officer: AC Schaeffer
Narrative:
The SFD has sent personnel and resources to several large wildland fires in Washington over the last few weeks. We are continuing to monitor a spate of wildfires across the Pacific Northwest and due to the conditions and fire behavior we have witnessed, we are encouraging residents in potentially impacted areas to stay informed on local fire weather conditions. In addition to remaining in compliance with burn bans and exercising extreme caution with outdoor grills; we are encouraging all who live on/near wooded lots and within woodland/urban interface areas to remain ready and especially aware of developing fire hazards. Extended hot weather has left underbrush tender-dry, allowing fire to start and spread quickly. People living in the wildland/urban interface should take action now to protect their homes and properties. Visit www.readysetgospokane.org/ to learn about the READY, SET, GO program here in Spokane and prepare your personal wildland/urban interface fire plan before the emergency happens. If wildland fires approach: -Stay tuned to local radio, television, ALERT Spokane (www.alertspokane.org), or Twitter/Facebook media alerts for updates on status and evacuations -Close all doors inside your home to prevent drafts. -Wet roofs and shrubs within 15 feet of your home. -Turn on inside and outside lights to increase visibility through smoke. -Turn off gas and pilot lights. -Notify relatives and local officials when you have left your home and where you can be reached. It is a good idea to have your all-risk kit prepared (www.ready.gov/america/getakit/index.html) and consider adding important personal documents before you have to evacuate. Items such as driver's license, passport and other identification, birth and marriage certificates, Social Security card, insurance policies, tax records, wills, deed or lease and stocks and bonds are examples to consider. Finally, make sure your pets have collars and identification tags and take your pets with you if you need to evacuate. For more information on protecting your family and your home from wildfires, go to www.readysetgospokane.org, www.firewise.gov, or www.ready.gov.
Cause:
N/A
Damage:
N/A
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