Wildfire Community Preparedness Day

In 2018, wildfires traveled across nearly nine million acres destroying 18,137 homes and 229 commercial structures throughout the United States. Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, recognized annually on May 7, encourages people and organizations to take action and help reduce wildfire risks. Knowing how to prevent and prepare for this event will be your biggest advantage. For more information visit National Fire Protection Association website: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Firewise-USA.

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Wildfire Community Preparedness Day

In 2018, wildfires traveled across nearly nine million acres destroying 18,137 homes and 229 commercial structures throughout the United States. Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, recognized annually on May 7, encourages people and organizations to take action and help reduce wildfire risks. Knowing how to prevent and prepare for this event will be your biggest advantage. For more information visit National Fire Protection Association website: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Firewise-USA.

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Wildfire Community Preparedness Day

Published May 5, 2022
Peterson-Schriever Garrison Public Affairs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. --

In 2018, wildfires traveled across nearly nine million acres destroying 18,137 homes and 229 commercial structures throughout the United States. Wildfire Community Preparedness Day, recognized annually on May 7, encourages people and organizations to take action and help reduce wildfire risks.

Knowing how to prevent and prepare for this event will be your biggest advantage.

For more information visit National Fire Protection Association website: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Firewise-USA.