Store first aid supplies, portable radio, flashlight, emergency cooking equipment, portable lanterns. Preplan an escape route from your home and neighborhood. Designate an emergency meeting place for the reunion of family members escaping in separate vehicles and establish a contact point to communicate with concerned relatives. Practice emergency exit drills regularly. Make sure all family members are ready to protect themselves with STOP, DROP AND ROLL if their clothes should catch on fire.
Urban wildfire is one of the most fearsome of such hazards.
Sudden and devastating as wildfires can be, however, there is a great deal homeowners in at-risk areas can do to protect themselves. For further information on wildfire safety, contact your local fire department, state forestry agency, or access the Firewise Web site. We cannot, however, guarantee the performance of all items demonstrated or described in all situations. Always consult an experienced contractor or other expert to determine the best application of these ideas or products in your home.