The wildfires of Southern and Central California have been in the news a lot this season, and many people have lost their homes and properties to these destructive blazes. If you live in an area susceptible to wildfires, it’s a good idea to prepare your family, your home, and your property for survival in the event of a wildfire threat.
- Create a Family Evacuation Plan. Although no one wants to lose their home in the event of a natural disaster, the lives of you and your family are far more important than your property. In the event of a wildfire threat, be sure to have a plan in place to get your family to safety. If you’ve recently moved into a new home, make sure the entire family gets familiar with the layout. Identify escape routes from your home and designate an emergency meeting area for your family in case you become separated from each other. Have an emergency kit ready and easily accessible that includes first aid supplies and basic tools like flashlights and batteries, as well as any important documents and prescription medications.
- Retrofit Your Home with Non-Flammable Materials. To help make your home more fire-resistant, update your roof with non-combustible roofing materials. Box in the eaves, fascias, soffits and subfloors with fire resistant materials like treated wood (source). Apply non-combustible screening materials to all vents and eave openings. If you’re building a new home, consider using fire-resistant materials for your exterior walls like stucco, stone, or brick, and use tempered glass for all exterior windows.
Century 21 Sierra Properties hopes this blog was informative and helpful. Please stay safe and prepared in the event of a wildfire!
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