Wildfires probably aren’t something you’re thinking about in mid to late February but preparedness is all about acquiring the knowledge and skills in advance of potential threats. Wildfires have hit the U.S. with increasing frequency and damage has been widespread. Natural disasters like wildfires put family members, property, communities and the environment at risk. Any one of these reasons alone is good cause to be prepared.
Read Wildfire Preparedness: A Heatwave Safety Guide at Ammo.com.
Some of the topics covered:
- Preparing for Heatwaves
- Quality of Life
- North America
- Heatwaves
- Apparent Temperature
- Respect Your Body's Limits
- Identify Those at Risk
- Heat Index Alerts
- Follow Suggested Precautions
- Take Heat Reactions Seriously
- Heatwave Settings for Wildfires
- Preparing for Wildfires
- Location, Location, Location
- Fire-Resistant Building Materials
- Maintaining Your Home's Exterior
- Creating a Greenbelt or Defensible Barrier
- Preparing for Possible Evacuation
- Minimizing Home Damage
- Returning Home Safely
- Staying Heat-Wise and "Firewise”