Matanuska-Susitna Borough

How to Prepare for a Wildfire

Mat-Su | Patty Sullivan | Thursday, May 12, 2016

All the fire officials are anticipating an extreme risk for fire now and into this summer. Check over how prepared you are for fires. Learn about defensible space and the reduction of fuels around your home. Know your evacuation routes. Practice how you will connect with your family. Store supplies so you can grab them quickly. Know where to stay informed.

Here's a link to helpful advice from FEMA, How to Prepare for a Wildfire

FIREWISE information on how to protect your property.

Here is an Alaska link to Wildland Fire Guide

Here's a link on how to prepare your home and property. 

Fire photo is Sockey Fire on Park Highway by Stefan Hinman/Mat-Su Borough.

Patty Sullivan, Public Affairs Director, Mat-Su Borough, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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