Evergreen Meadows Homeowners Association

Prepare To Defend

Nov 29, 2000

The following are things that should be done in order to help protect your property from fire destruction. Please take the time to read and implement these recommendations.
1.Keep roofs and rain gutters free from leaves, pine needles, and other flammable debris.
2.All combustibles, i.e., firewood, picnic tables, boats, etc., should be kept away from structure.
3. Remove large native shrubbery as much as possible for a minimum of 30 feet around structures.
4.All shrubbery around structures should be fire resistant and well-watered. Junipers and Douglas firs are extremely combustible and should be removed, pruned or thinned.
5.Landscaping should be maintained free from dead and dying plants.
6.Keep enough hose on hand to reach all parts of your home.
7.If a wildfire is burning in your neighborhood:
Cover all eave and roof vents.
Cover large picture windows with sheets of plywood.
Close all windows and doors; open drapes.
Fill garbage cans and other large containers with water in case of water pressure failure.
Consider moving family members and pets to a safer location.
Keep someone on watch.
8. If a wildfire burns through your neighborhood and evacuation is impossible:
Stay calm.
Stay inside your home until the fire storm passes.
Immediately after the fire storm passes, quickly inspect the exterior of your home and extinguish all smoldering material and small fires.
After making certain your house if safe, check on your neighbors.