Wildfire page 6 The Existing Home Clearing flammable vegetation and debris back 30 feet and installing heat resistant soffit vents will greatly enhance your home's chance to survive wildfire. Common sense would tell the recreationist to leave the area as quickly as possible. Homeowners should also evacuate rather than stay to fight the fire. To leave, first size up the fire.
Weather Be aware of gusty or downdraft winds that indicate an unstable atmosphere.
This could create sudden changes in speed and direction of the fire. High temperatures, low humidity and drought conditions will also create a fast moving fire. Urban dwellers' prime concern is a fire starting inside their homes. Rural residents must also consider fire from outside the home, such as a wildfire endangering their structures. Longer travel time for fire trucks means rural residents must be prepared to take initial action on fires.