With the record amount of moisture in the Billings area this year, it’s hard to believe we are writing about fires and prevention.

Here are a few tips that may help protect you and your family during this year’s wildfire season.

Prevention

Within 30 feet of your home:

• Remove all branches on the ground and clear any that overhang your roof
• Clean up needles, leaves and other debris from roof and gutters regularly
• Remove down or unhealthy vegetation such as dry grass, brush, trees, and dead leaves
• Opt for non-flammable decor, such as gravel as opposed to wood chips
• Place conncected garden hoses at all sides of home for emergency use
• Clear a 10 foot area around propane tanks and grills
• Take pictures or videos of your personal belongings and email the photos to yourself

Create an Emergency Plan:

• Prepare your emergency kit and shar the plan of evacuation with your family

During a Wildfire

Prepare to evacuate:

• Move your furniture to the center of rooms and take down any drapes or curtains to prevent combustion
• Close all the windows and doors to prevent drafts and reduce heat
• Shut off your natural gas at its source
• Turn on all lights in and around your property so firefighters can more easily see it through the smoke

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