News May 25, 2022

10 Tips For Protecting Your Home From Fire Damage

Even with the wet Spring in Idaho and Valley County, Fire Season is upon us.  We can all do our share to protect our own homes, our neighbors and our mountain town.

Brush, grass and forest fires don’t have to be disasters. NFPA’s Firewise Communities Program encourages local solutions for safety by involving homeowners in taking individual responsibility for preparing their homes from the risk of wildfire. Firewise is a key component of Fire Adapted Communities – a collaborative approach that connects all those who play a role in wildfire education, planning and action with comprehensive resources to help reduce risk.  (KBOI Channel 2 News).

Here are two important links to help you be “Firewise”:

10 tips for protecting your home from fire damage | KBOI (idahonews.com)

Official Website of McCall, Idaho – Firewise Community