Build fires away from nearby trees or bushes. Always have a way to extinguish the fire quickly and completely. Obtain local building codes and weed abatement ordinances structures built near wooded areas. Use fire-resistant materials when building, renovating, or retrofitting structures. Create a safety zone to separate the home from combustible plants and vegetation.
Stone walls can act as heat shields and deflect flames.
Swimming pools and patios can be a safety zone. Check for fire hazards around home. Install electrical lines underground, if possible. Keep all tree and shrub limbs trimmed so they don't come in contact with the wires. Prune all branches around the residence to a height of 8 to 10 feet.