Firewise Information

Published on April 04, 2025

As we enter the summer season with heightened wildfire risk, I am urging all community members to actively participate in fire safety measures to protect our homes and loved ones.

 

Please consider the following:

  • Create a Fire Evacuation Plan: Identify escape routes, designated meeting points outside your home, and practice your plan with your family.
  • Clear Defensible Space: Remove flammable vegetation around your home, including dry leaves, branches, stacked firewood and debris. Locate propane tanks away from any structures.
  • Maintain Your Property: Trim trees regularly, prune overhanging branches, and keep your lawn mowed short.
  • Check Fire Safety Equipment: Ensure your smoke detectors are working properly and have a readily accessible fire extinguisher.
  • Be Aware of Fire Restrictions: Stay updated on local fire bans and restrictions regarding campfires, outdoor cooking, and fireworks usage.

 

Please visit these sites for additional resources:

  • Yavapai County Sheriff at ycsoaz.gov to sign up for Yavapai County Emergency Alert System
  • Arizona Public Service (APS) at aps.com/login to sign up to be informed during wildfires and outages
  • Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management at yavapaiready.gov
  • YavapaiFirewise.org for more information on how you can reduce vulnerability to wildfire on your own property.
  • LASER at laser-shelter.org for more information about shelter for barn animals

 

Together, by taking proactive steps to be fire-safe, we can protect our community and minimize wildfire risks.

 

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