How to Prepare for a Forest Fire
Replace highly flammable vegetation, such as pine and fir trees, with less flammable species., Trim branches so there is a 15-foot (4.5 meter) gap between any treetops. , Cut your grass often so the maximum length is 2 inches (5.08 cm). , Ensure...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Replace highly flammable vegetation
Some less flammable plant alternatives for close landscaping include Columbine, lavender, Coreopsis and Geranium.
You can also plant alternative trees and shrubs further from the house.
Some good options include buckthorn, lilac, maple and birch.
Keep the amount of vegetation to a bare minimum in this zone.
Your 1st zone should be at least 30 feet (9.14 m) around your house. -
Step 2: such as pine and fir trees
,, It is very important that your roof is resistant, because it is the most likely to catch fire.
Use materials such as fiberglass, metal, clay and concrete. , -
Step 3: with less flammable species.
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Step 4: Trim branches so there is a 15-foot (4.5 meter) gap between any treetops.
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Step 5: Cut your grass often so the maximum length is 2 inches (5.08 cm).
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Step 6: Ensure your house and deck are constructed out of fire-resistant materials.
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Step 7: Clear debris such as leaves and dead wood from this area.
Detailed Guide
Some less flammable plant alternatives for close landscaping include Columbine, lavender, Coreopsis and Geranium.
You can also plant alternative trees and shrubs further from the house.
Some good options include buckthorn, lilac, maple and birch.
Keep the amount of vegetation to a bare minimum in this zone.
Your 1st zone should be at least 30 feet (9.14 m) around your house.
,, It is very important that your roof is resistant, because it is the most likely to catch fire.
Use materials such as fiberglass, metal, clay and concrete. ,
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